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Thu Nov 12 2026 at 06:45 pm to 09:00 pm UTC-05:00

Oak Ridge: The Secret City

  • 36 William St, Stoneham, MA, United States, Massachusetts 02180 · Stoneham
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Oak Ridge: The Secret City
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Most of you have heard of the Oak Ridge Boys, but have you heard of the city of Oak Ridge? You are invited to come on Thursday November 12, 2026, as former Stoneham resident David LaCroix tells the story how this mysterious city, sometimes referred to as the Atomic City or the Secret City or the City Behind the Fence came to be. It sprung up overnight in the wilds of Tennessee in the midst of World War II. Most of its residents didn't know what they were working on, but as part of the Manhattan Project, they played a significant part is assuring victory in WWII.
Doors open at 6:45 PM. A brief business meeting will begin at 7:15 PM followed by our evening's program. As always admission is free. We hope to see you there and bring a friend.
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36 William St, Stoneham, MA, United States, Massachusetts 02180

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