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EXHIBITION
Postcards from Earth: Holograms on an Interstellar Journey
Now open
Postcards from Earth: Holograms on an Interstellar Journey is opening to the public on Thursday, February 16. This new temporary exhibit showcases an inspiring collaboration between science and art as a means to reach other star systems at speeds never thought to be achievable.
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EXHIBITION
Women Astronauts of the Space Shuttle Era
Now open
Women Astronauts of the Space Shuttle Era, a new bilingual panel exhibit in English and Spanish in the Space Shuttle Pavilion, is opening to the public on Thursday, October 6. With content originally created by the International Women’s Air & Space Museum in Cleveland, Ohio, this exhibit shines a spotlight on the women astronauts who have made critical contributions to human space flight. Prior to the space shuttle program, no American woman flew in space with NASA.
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EXHIBITION
On the Mend: Restoring Intrepid’s Sick Bay
Now open
The temporary exhibition On the Mend: Restoring Intrepid’s Sick Bay examines the history of medical care on the ship while also illuminating the Museum’s current efforts to open sick bay to visitors. Objects, photographs, archives and oral histories reveal the complexities of medical care on board an aircraft carrier at sea. Visitors can also explore an interactive 3D model of sick bay.
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EXHIBITION
Kamikaze: Beyond the Fire
Now open
An immersive multimedia experience reveals the history and impact of kamikazes. Through firsthand accounts and artifacts from the United States and Japan, learn about the young men on both sides of the devastating attacks. Free with Museum admission.
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EXHIBITION
A View from the Deep:
The Submarine Growler & the Cold War
Explore the history of the USS Growler—one of America’s first nuclear-missile submarines—in the context of the Cold War.
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EXHIBITION
On the Line: Intrepid and the Vietnam War
Intrepid served three tours of duty in Vietnam from 1966–1969. This exhibition explores the events and impact of the Vietnam War through the lens of Intrepid’s history.
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VIRTUAL / FAMILY / FREE
Behind the Scenes: Inside Intrepid’s Island
March 30, 6:30pm – 7:30pm ET
Join the Intrepid Museum’s Curator of History and Collections Jessica Williams as she takes you on a live tour of the ship’s bridges. This live one-hour virtual experience will give you an in-depth tour of the island, the tower that rises from the flight deck and served as Intrepid’s command center. We will visit the admiral’s bridge, where an admiral commanded multiple ships.
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In-person / Live-stream / FAMILY / FREE
Astro Live: Astronomy Night
April 28, 5:00pm – 9:00pm ET
Astro Live features fun-filled and educational experiences for the whole family, including talks from leading scientists and activities & demos led by Museum educators. Local astronomers will be on hand with their high-powered telescopes to help visitors navigate the night sky and answer questions about astronomy and stargazing.
Registration coming soon.
ACCESS / FAMILY / FREE
Tea Dances for Individuals with Dementia and Their Care Partners: Spring Fling
May 3, 2:00pm – 3:30pm ET
Put on your dancing shoes and join the Intrepid Museum for an afternoon of dancing and engagement with music from Intrepid’s years of service (1943–1974), led by Rhythm Break Cares! Featuring a special 1940’s Radio Show performance before the Tea Dance! During World War II, radio variety shows provided news, music and entertainment not only to those at home, but also to the brave soldiers and sailors fighting overseas. Turn up the fun in our live studio audience as we bring to life the stories and sounds of a 1940’s Armed Forces holiday radio broadcast!
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teens and adults, ages 14+ / ACCESS / FAMILY / FREE
Sensory Friendly Evenings: Concorde at Sunset
May 12, 5:00pm – 7:00pm ET
In the evening, specific areas of the Museum are open for self-exploration for individuals with autism eight times a year.
Registration coming soon.
ages 3 – 18 / ACCESS / FAMILY / FREE
Early Morning Openings: Sailing on and Underwater
May 20, 8:30am – 11:00am ET
Submarines and aircraft carriers are very different! Explore the aircraft carrier Intrepid, the A View from the Deep exhibit and the submarine Growler to learn more about the adventures sailing on and underwater!
Registrations coming soon.
VIRTUAL / FAMILY / FREE
Astro Live
May 21, 3:00pm – 4:30pm ET
Local, national, and international audiences who have a passion for space science participate and meet astronauts, scientists, and others talents through these monthly live events that explore relevant space, astronomy, and other topics.
Registration coming soon.
FAMILY / FREE
Movie Night
May 26
Free Movie Nights are back at the Intrepid Museum! Celebrate the ship’s 80th commissioning anniversary with special “ship” themed films. The Intrepid Museum’s summer movie series kicks off Memorial Day Weekend with a free screening of Top Gun!
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VETERANS / in-person / FAMILY
Save the date: Fleet Week
May 26 – 29
The Intrepid Museum celebrates Fleet Week from May 26-29, 2023! Fleet Week activities will kick off Friday, May 26 with our annual movie night on the flight deck, featuring the classic film Top Gun. Throughout the weekend, enjoy special performances and explore a variety of displays, activities and demos from the military, including the U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Coast Guard, and even some antique military vehicles. The weekend will conclude on Monday, May 30 with the Museum’s annual Memorial Day ceremony.
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Access / Family / Free
Inclusive Pride Family Day
June 4, 1:00pm – 4:00pm ET
Join us at the Intrepid Museum to celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride at our Inclusive Pride Family Day! Learn all about LGBTQ+ figures in space exploration and the Navy. Families of all ages and experiences can take part in hands-on art and storytelling activities all about expressing yourself, and explore the Museum at their own pace with a scavenger hunt. A quiet room will be available to families who need to take a break. A social narrative, visual vocabulary and visual schedule will be sent to every family before the event.
Registration coming soon.
Veterans / Family / Free
Panel Discussion: Contributions and Experiences of LGBTQ Service Members and Military Children
June 21
In honor of Pride, join the Intrepid Museum on Wednesday, June 21 from 6:00pm-8:00pm for a conversation on the contributions and experiences of LGBTQ service members and military family members, particularly in the face of discrimination. Veterans and family members will share stories of resilience, struggle and activism in the past and present. Learn about the evolution of the military’s policies and practices affecting LGBTQ service members as well as the new challenges service members and military children face today.
Registration coming soon.
VIRTUAL / FAMILY / FREE
Astro Live
June 25, 3:00pm – 4:30pm ET
Local, national, and international audiences who have a passion for space science participate and meet astronauts, scientists, and others talents through these monthly live events that explore relevant space, astronomy, and other topics.
Registration coming soon.
FAMILY / FREE
Free Fridays with Movie Night
June 30
Free Movie Nights are back at the Intrepid Museum! Celebrate the ship’s 80th commissioning anniversary with special “ship” themed films. This month, enjoy views of the Hudson River and city skyline while screening the classic film Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl on the flight deck. The movie begins at sunset.
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ages 3 – 18 / ACCESS / FAMILY / FREE
Early Morning Openings: Space Exploration
July 15, 8:30am – 11:00am ET
The aircraft carrier Intrepid and space shuttle Enterprise each carried astronauts, but for very different reasons! Visit the Space Shuttle Pavilion, and learn about what it takes to travel to and from space.
Registrations coming soon.
VIRTUAL / FAMILY / FREE
Astro Live
July 16, 3:00pm – 4:30pm ET
Local, national, and international audiences who have a passion for space science participate and meet astronauts, scientists, and others talents through these monthly live events that explore relevant space, astronomy, and other topics.
Registration coming soon.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT / NYC 8th-12th grade teachers
Black Voices: Advocacy for Inclusion in World War II
Two-credit P Credit Course (30 hours)
July 24 – 28, 9:00am – 4:00am ET
A diverse cross-section of Americans participated in World War II on the battlefield and on the home front. Yet too many stories are still underrepresented. This course aims to examine the World War II experience through multiple narratives and perspectives, offering teachers a chance to develop a classroom practice which connects and empowers all learners to these events through parallel experiences.
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FAMILY / FREE
Free Fridays with Movie Night
July 28
Free Movie Nights are back at the Intrepid Museum! Celebrate the ship’s 80th commissioning anniversary with special “ship” themed films. This month, enjoy views of the Hudson River and city skyline while screening the classic film Crimson Tide on the flight deck. The movie begins at sunset.
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IN-PERSON / ACCESS / FAMILY / FREE
Happy Birthday, Intrepid!
August 6, 11:00am – 1:00pm / Children (ages 5 – 18)
August 6, 2:00pm – 4:00pm / Teens and adults (ages 14+)
Celebrate Intrepid’s 80th birthday by learning about the experience of Intrepid’s crew. Hear favorite sea-stories from former crew members and throw a party for the ship!
Registration coming soon.
VIRTUAL / FAMILY / FREE
Behind the Scenes Live: 80th Anniversary Edition
August 10
Local, national, and international audiences who have a passion for space science participate and meet astronauts, scientists, and others talents through these monthly live events that explore relevant space, astronomy, and other topics.
More info coming soon.
VIRTUAL / FAMILY / FREE
Astro Live
August 20, 3:00pm – 4:30pm ET
Local, national, and international audiences who have a passion for space science participate and meet astronauts, scientists, and others talents through these monthly live events that explore relevant space, astronomy, and other topics.
Registration coming soon.
FAMILY / FREE
Free Fridays with Movie Night
August 25
Free Movie Nights are back at the Intrepid Museum! Celebrate the ship’s 80th commissioning anniversary with special “ship” themed films. This month, enjoy views of the Hudson River and city skyline while screening the classic film Titanic on the flight deck. The movie begins at sunset.
Learn more.
ages 3 – 18 / ACCESS / FAMILY / FREE
Early Morning Openings: Aircraft Onboard
September 24, 8:30am – 11:00am ET
Welcome aboard! See aircraft from World War II to the Cold War, learn about their similarities and differences, and get up close to a helicopter, all before the Museum opens to the public.
Registrations coming soon.
In-person / Live-stream / FAMILY / FREE
Astro Live: Astronomy Night
September 29, 3:00pm – 4:30pm ET
Local, national, and international audiences who have a passion for space science participate and meet astronauts, scientists, and others talents through these monthly live events that explore relevant space, astronomy, and other topics.
Registration coming soon.
VIRTUAL / FAMILY / FREE
Astro Live
October 15, 3:00pm – 4:30pm ET
Local, national, and international audiences who have a passion for space science participate and meet astronauts, scientists, and others talents through these monthly live events that explore relevant space, astronomy, and other topics.
Registration coming soon.
ages 3 – 18 / ACCESS / FAMILY / FREE
Early Morning Openings: Build it, Sail it, Fly it
November 5, 8:30am – 11:00am ET
Figure out how airplanes and ships are assembled and maintained. Learn about the tools used by aircraft restoration specialists at the Museum, and practice building your own designs.
Registrations coming soon.
VIRTUAL / FAMILY / FREE
Behind the Scenes Live: 80th Anniversary Edition
November 9
Local, national, and international audiences who have a passion for space science participate and meet astronauts, scientists, and others talents through these monthly live events that explore relevant space, astronomy, and other topics.
More info coming soon.
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Annual Veterans Day Ceremony
November 11
The Intrepid Museum will pay tribute to our nation’s military service members on Veterans Day, featuring remarks and the laying of a commemorative wreath in Hudson River. The ceremony is open to all Museum visitors.
VIRTUAL / FAMILY / FREE
Astro Live
November 19, 3:00pm – 4:30pm ET
Local, national, and international audiences who have a passion for space science participate and meet astronauts, scientists, and others talents through these monthly live events that explore relevant space, astronomy, and other topics.
Registration coming soon.
VETERANS 
Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
December 7, 11:00am
Attend a wreath-laying ceremony on board Intrepid, in remembrance of the attack on Pearl Harbor. Free with admission.
VIRTUAL / FAMILY / FREE
Astro Live
December 17, 3:00pm – 4:30pm ET
Local, national, and international audiences who have a passion for space science participate and meet astronauts, scientists, and others talents through these monthly live events that explore relevant space, astronomy, and other topics.
Registration coming soon.
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