Weldon Spring Site Interpretive Center

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7295 S Highway 94

Saint Charles, MO 63304

+1 (636) 300-2600

http://www.energy.gov

The Weldon Spring Site Interpretive Center, part of the U.S. Department of Energy, focuses on educating the public about the agency's various missions and projects, including nuclear security, energy innovation, and environmental legacy management. The Center provides resources on scientific research, technology advancements, and the economic impact of energy policies.

Through its outreach, the Weldon Spring Site Interpretive Center highlights key initiatives in areas such as space exploration, cancer research, and artificial intelligence, aiming to inform citizens about the importance of these topics for national security and economic growth. The Center serves as a hub for understanding the Department's efforts in powering the future while addressing contemporary challenges.

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4.57 reviews

MaryAnn B.

6/7/2025

Interesting history of the birth of nuclear fission and it's role in ear and politics. Very informative to read about St. Louis' part in the famous nuclear testing and ultimately the bombs which...

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Bill S.

7/9/2023

During WW2 Weldon Spring produced TNT and made U238 for the war effort. After the Cold War, this plant was shut down. Due to the hazardous waste left behind - this was a billion dollar cleanup...

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Tom E.

10/27/2023

New and Improved. The building and parking lot at least. Some of the exhibits looked familiar. I don't doubt that there is some new material, but I don't think all of it is. If all you've heard...

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Michael S.

4/13/2020

Visiting a nuclear waste dump might be the last thing you want to do. However, this is a surprisingly interesting and definitely unique exhibit. The site has two components--a museum and a 45...

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Nicole W.

12/29/2015

Such a find via roadside america! Honestly who wouldn't want to stand on a giant pile of nuclear waste? Seriously it is nuclear waste but it is covered and contained in a giant structure of...

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