AIKEN, S.C. – Savannah River Site (SRS) marked a major milestone this year, as employees, leadership and their families came together to celebrate the Site’s 75th anniversary during SRS Family Days. All site-issued badged employees were invited to bring their loved ones for a rare behind the scenes look at the mission, history and everyday work that keeps the SRS moving forward.
“Welcoming familes to the Savannah River Site for this milestone annicversary is an honor,” said Michael A. Mikolanis, Manager of NNSA’s Savannah River Field Office. “Our workforce is at the heart of everything we do, and sharing that commitment with their families reinforces the pride and purpose that have carried this site through 75 years of servce.”
Family Days was held over two weekends and offered a mix of guided and self-guided tours, interactive exhibits, historical displays and hands-on activities designed to showcase the Site’s impact over the past seven decades. Visitors had the opportunity to see specialized equipment, speak with employees from various organizations, dine at The HUB cafeteria located in the site’s 766-H Training Center, and learn how SRS continues to support national security, environmental stewardship and scientific innovation.
According to 75th Anniversary Committee Lead and Workforce Services and Talent Management Communications Advisor Jessica Hall, “Family Days is one of the most meaningful parts of our 75th anniversary celebration, particularly as it marks the first such event since 2000 at this site. Our employees take great pride in the work they do, and this event gives their families the chance to experience that pride firsthand. It’s been an honor to help create an experience that brings our history, mission and people together.”
This year’s Family Days events drew strong participation, with close to 12,000 visitors, including 8,832 family members from across all SRS contractors.
The celebration wasn’t just about looking back; it was a chance to highlight the people who make the Site what it is today. From long-term employees sharing memories to new hires showing their families their workplaces for the first time, the event emphasized pride, connection and community.
“This milestone not only reminds us why our mission matters but also who makes it possible,” said Jeff Griffin, SRNS President and CEO. “Our employees and their families are the heart of SRS, and welcoming them on-site is one of the most meaningful ways we can say ‘thank you.”
Savannah River Nuclear Solutions, a Fluor and HII partnership company, is responsible for the management and operations of the Department of Energy’s Savannah River Site, located near Aiken, South Carolina.
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