Oak Ridge officials, business leaders, and historic preservationists will honor an apartment complex built during the Manhattan Project, the top-secret World War II program to develop the world’s first atomic bombs.
The Thursday evening ceremony at the Rolling Hills Apartments will include city leaders, Oak Ridge Chamber of Commerce, and Oak Ridge Heritage and Preservation Association.
The open house at the recently renovated, 93-acre complex will also honor the historical and significant role of Skidmore, Owings and Merrill, an American architectural and engineering firm with an international presence, a press release said.
“Many of the original hand-drawn plans have been preserved and will be available to view at the event,” the release said.
In addition, the chairman of the Board of the National Apartment Association will give insight and recognition on the historical significance of the property.
Many local restaurants will serve food, and entertainment will be provided by a local jazz band, the press release said.
The ceremony is scheduled from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Rolling Hills Community at 101 Virginia Road.
Myra Mansfield says
Thank you Oak Ridge Heritage and Preservation Association. I appreciate the efforts of Mick Weist and other community leaders as they work to highlight historic areas of our city.