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The Intrepid Museum, a private non-profit, holds a special place in New York City’s cultural landscape. Founded in 1982 with the acquisition of the storied WWII aircraft carrier Intrepid—a National Historic Landmark and the centerpiece of its collection—the Museum welcomes over one million visitors annually from all around the world. Its mission is to promote the awareness and understanding of history, science and service through bold and immersive collections, exhibitions and programming in order to honor our heroes, educate the public and inspire future generations.
The Intrepid Museum’s dynamic exhibitions exemplify the intersection of history and innovation. Immersive fun, STEM and history are showcased through technological marvels such as Enterprise, the world’s first space shuttle, and Growler, the only nuclear-weapons-carrying submarine open to the public. The Museum’s one-of-a-kind experience also features dozens of military aircraft including fighter jets, a supersonic spy plane, and the Concorde, the world’s fastest commercial airliner, displayed in and around the legendary aircraft carrier, Intrepid, an awe-inspiring setting for an unforgettable adventure. But the true power of the Intrepid Museum extends beyond the mechanical marvels on display to all those whose stories of sacrifice, service and heroism bring history to life.
Guided by its core values of integrity, innovation, and inclusivity, the Intrepid Museum’s exhibits and programs are designed to provide a meaningful visitor experience for all. The Museum delivers nationally-recognized accessible programming to its audience with an emphasis on underserved communities, individuals with physical, cognitive, and sensory disabilities, including autism and dementia, and our veterans. Through its after-school, professional development, and STEM programs, the Museum educates and impacts more than 55,000 students each year.
The Intrepid Museum is one of the Intrepid Family of Foundations, organizations that were established by founders Zachary and Elizabeth Fisher. The Museum’s sister organizations share the goal of supporting the men and women of the United States armed forces, veterans and their families.
The Fisher House Foundation constructs “comfort homes” at military and VA medical centers, enabling family members of hospitalized military personnel to be present during treatment. Today, more than 95 Fisher Houses across the country have served 455,000 families.
The Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund (IFHF) serves United States military personnel experiencing the Invisible Wounds of War: Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and Post-Traumatic Stress (PTS). In response to this critical need, IFHF is building a series of 10 specially designed treatment facilities, named Intrepid Spirit Centers, at military bases across the country.
Career opportunities at the Intrepid Museum are as diverse as the guests who visit. We value hard work, teamwork, creativity and respect, and every employee plays an integral role in making the Museum the best it can be.
The Intrepid Museum is a private non-profit educational institution whose mission is to advance the understanding of the intersection of history and innovation to honor our heroes, educate the public and inspire future generations.
