Oak Ridge: Explore Historic Downtown

Jackson Square was the primary shopping and entertainment district during the Manhattan Project.

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In Oak Ridge during the Manhattan Project, Jackson Square, the Guest House, the Chapel on the Hill, and the Community Tennis Courts provided administrators, workers, and their families with shopping, entertainment, lodging, religious services, and recreation. Take a step back in time as you explore these unique historical locations, all within a short walk of each other. 

Details

Duration

1-3 Hours

Activity

Self-Guided Tours - Walking

Pets Allowed

No

Activity Fee

No

Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.

Location

Jackson Square, the Guest House, the Chapel on the Hill, the Community Tennis Courts

Jackson Square 

Oak Ridge, TN 37830 

The Guest House (Alexander Inn) 

83 Kentucky Ave. 

Oak Ridge, TN 37830 

The Chapel on the Hill 

85 Kentucky Ave. 

Oak Ridge, TN 37830 

Community Tennis Courts 

96 W. Tennessee Ave. 

Oak Ridge, TN 37830 

Reservations

No

Season

Year Round

Time of Day

Day

Accessibility Information

Jackson Square offers accessible parking and most businesses are accessible. Contacting individual businesses within the square is recommended. The Guest House (now the Alexander Inn) is a private assisted living facility. The interior of the Chapel on the Hill is closed to the public except for special events. The Community Tennis Courts offer accessible parking.