First Chain Reaction Site, University of Chicago
The lab where the first nuclear chain reaction took place, in 1942, was in a converted handball court at the University of Chicago, under the grandstands at the Stagg Field Stadium. Stagg Field was demolished in the late 1960's, but a monument was constructed at the site, a 12 foot tall bronze sculpture designed by Henry Moore.
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On the east side of Ellis Avenue, between 56th and 57th Street.
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Chicago
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7616





