Uncover the fascinating story of J. Robert Oppenheimer and his role in the development of the atomic bomb on a walking tour of Manhattan. Explore his early years, immigrant roots, and the sites of the Manhattan Project.
Uncover the fascinating story of J. Robert Oppenheimer and his role in the development of the atomic bomb on a walking tour of Manhattan. Explore his early years, immigrant roots, and the sites of the Manhattan Project.
- Upper West Side - We will visit the premarital home of Ella Oppenheimer, Robert Oppenheimer’s mother, to discuss J. Robert Oppenheimer’s immigrant ancestry.
- Upper West Side - We will visit the site of Oppenheimer’s birth to discuss his parents’ life in New York.
- Upper West Side - We will visit the former home of Edwin R. A. Seligman to…
- Upper West Side - We will visit the premarital home of Ella Oppenheimer, Robert Oppenheimer’s mother, to discuss J. Robert Oppenheimer’s immigrant ancestry.
- Upper West Side - We will visit the site of Oppenheimer’s birth to discuss his parents’ life in New York.
- Upper West Side - We will visit the former home of Edwin R. A. Seligman to discuss Oppenheimer’s education at the Ethical Culture School.
- Upper West Side - We will visit the Clarendon, the former home of William Randolph Hearst, who was the talk of Oppenheimer’s childhood neighborhood and had ties with the world leaders who would be forever connected by WWII and Oppenheimer.
- Riverside Drive - We will visit the childhood home of J. Robert Oppenheimer to discuss his childhood and adolescence.
- Soldiers’ and Sailors Monument New York - Visitors will learn about the history of Riverside Drive that coincided with Oppenheimer’s formative years.
- Riverside Drive - We will visit the Master Apartments to discuss FDR’s New Deal and the various ideologies of that era that prospered and informed Oppenheimer as a young man.
- New York Buddhist Church - We will look at the Shinran Statue to discuss the cause and the effect of the atomic bomb.
- Riverside Drive - We will visit the home of Isidor Rabi, a pioneer in 20th-century physics, a Nobel Prize winner, and a close friend of Oppenheimer.
- All applicable fees and taxes included
- All applicable fees and taxes included
Embark on a journey through the life of J. Robert Oppenheimer, known as the “father of the atomic bomb,” and explore New York City’s significant yet often overlooked influence on one of the 20th century’s most pivotal figures. From his immigrant family background to his pioneering education and the revolutionary ideas that ushered in a new era, this…
Embark on a journey through the life of J. Robert Oppenheimer, known as the “father of the atomic bomb,” and explore New York City’s significant yet often overlooked influence on one of the 20th century’s most pivotal figures. From his immigrant family background to his pioneering education and the revolutionary ideas that ushered in a new era, this tour delves into the city that nurtured a scientific—though controversial—legend.
Main Features:
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Walk in Oppenheimer’s Footsteps: Discover his early years on the Upper West Side.
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Discover His Unique Schooling: Understand how an outstanding New York education shaped his innovative thinking.
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Trace His Family’s Journey: Listen to the fascinating story of the Oppenheimers’ immigrant origins and their ascent in America.
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Uncover the Manhattan Project Sites: Explore significant locations associated with the creation of the atomic bomb.
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Reflect on His Legacy: Observe how his contributions continue to influence the world today.
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