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EBR 1

Experimental Breeder Reactor 1

On December 20, 1951, EBR 1 became the first power plant to produce useable electricity from atomic energy. On a self-guided tour, participants learn how this inoperative reactor plant operated.

The site is 18 miles east of Arco. Hours are 8:00 to 4:00 from Memorial Day through labor Day. Admission is free.

Plan your vacation to the Pacific Northwest with a packet of information in the mail and you may win a $200 gift certificate courtesy of our sponsors. Telephone 208-526-0050

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The Most Anticipated Upcoming Idaho Events Are:
Lincoln: Preservation of a Nation Idaho Falls continuing thru December 5
Park Merchandise Sale at Silverwood Theme Park! Athol continuing thru November 1
Steelhead Derby Riggins continuing thru March 31
Christmas in St. Maries St. Maries December 5
Christmas in the City Boise November 28 thru December 25

Other upcoming events include:
Outrageous Air Show Sandpoint February 26 thru February 27
Lionel Hampton International Jazz Festival Moscow February 24 thru February 27
Christmas in the City Boise November 28 thru December 25
Tree Lighting & Caroling Party Ketchum December 2
A Year with Frog and Toad Hailey December 16 thru January 3

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