Night at the (Nuclear) Museum With Jennifer Hayden

About this episode

The episode features Jennifer Hayden discussing how museums can reshape perceptions of nuclear science through engaging storytelling and community involvement.

What if a museum could change the way an entire generation thinks about nuclear? In this episode, Mary and Jordan sit down with Jennifer Hayden, President and CEO of the National Museum of Nuclear Science and History, to explore how museums spark curiosity, reshape narratives, and make even the most complex topics feel accessible. Jennifer shares how her team brings nuclear to life through storytelling, hands-on learning, community events, and a bold new vision for the museum’s upcoming nuclear energy exhibit. Visit us at www.nei.org/fissionary . National Museum of Nuclear Science and History: https://www.nuclearmuseum.org/ Fissionary Wants To Hear From You! Fill out our short listener survey Music used in this episode was created by Beat Mekanik

People in this episode

Hosts: Mary, Jordan

Guest: Jennifer Hayden

Topics covered

• nuclear science
• museum education
• storytelling
• community events
• nuclear energy

Keywords

• nuclear museum
• science education
• hands-on learning
• nuclear energy exhibit
• curiosity

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: National Museum of Nuclear Science and History, NEI, Fissionary

Places: nuclear

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