Monthly dances by the Manhattan Project National Historical Park recreate the open-air tennis court dances that entertained 75,000 workers and their families in the Secret City during World War II.
“Put on your dancing shoes, another summer of tennis court dances are kicking off on the Jackson Square tennis courts,” a press release said.
The all-ages dances are scheduled monthly on the third Thursday.
“All are encouraged to participate,” the press release said. “Featuring swing music from the 1940s, you might get bit by the jitterbug out on the court. Water, bug repellent, and safe footwear is encouraged.”
The 2024 summer season of tennis court dances are scheduled for May 16, June 20, July 18, August 15, September 19, and October 17.
The city that is now Oak Ridge was part of the Manhattan Project, a top-secret federal program to build the world’s first atomic weapons during World War II. Besides Oak Ridge, the Manhattan Project National Historical Park includes Hanford, Washington, and Los Alamos, New Mexico.
Before Thursday night’s dance, you can learn more about the history of Oak Ridge during World War II during a free national park walk through Jackson Square. Read this story for more information.
More information will be added as it becomes available.
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