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The EnergyExplorium is located at McGuire Nuclear Station in Huntersville, N.C. and open by appointment only, Tuesday through Friday (excluding holidays) throughout the year.
The EnergyExplorium is a popular destination for schools, civic groups and anyone who is interested in learning about nuclear energy and Lake Norman. It's also an ideal destination for local school field trips and unique gatherings.
The EnergyExplorium is open by appointment only Tuesday through Friday. On Monday the facility is closed and does not accept appointments. Groups of all sizes must make an appointment. Please complete the Group Visit Form. Please allow 48 hours notice. If you have any questions, please call 980.875.5600.
Admission: Free
Phone: 980.875.5600 (option 1)
Address: 13339 McGuire Nuclear Station Road, Huntersville, NC 28078
Email: energyexplorium@duke-energy.com
The EnergyExplorium is handicap accessible.
To make reservations, check availability or book your event, call 980.875.5600 (Option 1) or email us.
Note: Please do not follow the directions provided by MapQuest or other Internet mapping programs.
From Charlotte (1-77)
Take I-77 to Hwy. 73 (exit 25). West on Hwy. 73 (toward Birkdale Village). Go approximately five miles to the stoplight at McGuire Nuclear Station. The EnergyExplorium is just past Southlake Christian School and Church. Turn right into plant entrance. Stay in right lane and follow signs to the EnergyExplorium.
From Hwy. 16
Take Hwy. 16 North toward Denver. Take Hwy. 73 exit and turn right off interstate ramp. Follow Hwy. 73 toward Huntersville. You will pass Cowans Ford Dam on your left; the next stoplight you come to will be the McGuire Nuclear Station entrance. Turn left into McGuire and follow signs to the EnergyExplorium.
From I-485
Take I-485 to Hwy. 16 (exit 16). West toward Newton. Exit east onto Hwy. 73 toward Huntersville. Go approximately five miles to the stoplight at McGuire Nuclear Station. Turn left into plant entrance. Stay in right lane and follow signs to the EnergyExplorium.
From Mooresville (1-77)
Take I-77 south toward Huntersville to exit 25. Turn right off the interstate ramp and follow Hwy. 73 west approximately five miles. The EnergyExplorium is just past Southlake Christian School and Church. Turn right at stoplight for McGuire Nuclear Station and follow signs to the EnergyExplorium.