Facts below are drawn from the linked sources.
Real history
EBR-I was the world's first breeder reactor. At 1:50 p.m. on December 20, 1951, it made enough electricity to light four 200-watt bulbs, making it one of the first nuclear plants to generate electricity. It was used for research until it was decommissioned in 1964 and is now a National Historic Landmark (Wikipedia).
Ghost stories
We found no well-sourced ghost legends for this place. It is listed for its abandoned history.
Then and now
Public access
Open to the public Wikipedia says the museum opens from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend (Wikipedia). Last checked: Oct 31, 2026.
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