The Integratron

Landers, California

As I prepared this web page, I thought what could I possibly write about the Integratron that would explain why it exists, or why I had traveled miles of lonely roads to see it? In the end, I decided that the historical marker on the site says it all:

THE INTEGRATRON

The Integratron is the creation of George Van Tassel, and is based on the design of Moses' tabernacle, the writings of Nikola Tesla, and telepathic directions from extraterrestrials. The domed structure 35 feet high and 55 feet in diameter, was originally constructed of wood and fiberglass without the aid of metal fastners [sic]. In 1947 Van Tassel began operating the Giant Rock Airport a short distance northeast of here, and in 1953 initiated communications with extra terrestrials [sic]. He subsequently hosted 17 spacecraft conventions for UFO enthusiasts. The purpose of the Integratron is the rejuvenation of the human body, similar to recharging a battery, and basic research in time travel. According to Van Tassel, the Integratron is located on an intersection of powerful geomagnetic forces that, when focused by the unique geometry of the building, will concentrate and amplify the energy required for cell rejuvenation. This energy is created by the revolution of an external ring at the shoulder of the building, generating electrostatic forces that are fed to the stator centered in the lower room. Construction began in 1957, but was incomplete at Van Tassel's death in 1978.

Dedicated May 1, 2005

by the Billy Holcomb Chapter of the Ancient and Honorable Order of E Clampus Vitus in cooperation with the Morongo Basin Historical Society

Directions: 2477 Belfield Boulevard (at Linn Road).

Last visited: March 2009.

Also see my Giant Rock web page.

Standard disclaimer: Sites are described for entertainment purposes only, as they were at the time of my last visit. I can not vouch for the current condition of the site or its accessibility.