RICHLAND, Wash. – As the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki approaches, the REACH Museum and Manhattan Project National Historical Park are inviting the community to participate in two reflective events.
On Friday, August 8, from noon to 3:30 p.m., the REACH Museum will host “Messages of Peace.” Visitors can fold origami cranes and write messages on luminaria bags.
Ranger-led programs will discuss the Manhattan Project and Sadako Sasaki’s story, a Hiroshima survivor known for her paper cranes symbolizing peace.
On Saturday, August 9, at 8 p.m., “Lights for Peace” will take place at the Fingernail Stage in Howard Amon Park. This free event will include music by the Mid-Columbia Mastersingers, a peace bell ceremony and a candlelit path of luminarias with community messages. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own seating.
The REACH Museum emphasizes the importance of education and reflection in choosing peace for future generations.
