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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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FAMILY / FREE
Free Fridays with Movie Night
June 24, 5:00pm – 9:00pm
The Museum will offer free admission on the last Friday of every month! Explore the Museum and enjoy a variety of free after-hours programming including movies on the flight deck! Our cafes are open during Free Friday with food and beverages available for purchase.
E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial
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VIRTUAL / FAMILY / FREE
Virtual Astronomy Live: Music from Space/ Astronaut Playlists
June 26, 3:00pm – 5:00pm ET
Music, the shared medium of all the inhabitants of the planet, the one thing we all can relate too. Learn about what astronauts listen to in space and hear from former astronauts who have brought their love for music into space.
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VIRTUAL / FAMILY / FREE
Newly Restored F4D Skyray Joins our Collection
June 28
Our newest aircraft, the Douglas F4D Skyray, will be unveiled on Tuesday, June 28! Our team of experts has been working hard to get the Skyray into tip-top shape before it goes on display on the flight deck. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the restoration of this historic aircraft.
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ACCESS / VIRTUAL / Family, All Ages / FREE
Space Spinoffs
July 10, 11:00am – 12:00pm ET
It takes a lot of creativity to launch and live in space! Learn how items and technology designed for astronauts have made their way into our everyday lives on Earth.
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VIRTUAL / FAMILY / Free
Behind the Scenes: 40th Anniversary Virtual Experiences
July 14, 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Go behind the scenes and virtually tour some of the Museum’s biggest acquisitions over the last 40 years. Topic this month: One Step For Curiosity: A Rare Look Inside the Space Shuttle Enterprise.
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ACCESS / teens and adults, ages 14+ / FREE
Sensory Friendly Evenings: Photography Workshop
July 15, 5:00pm – 7:00pm ET
Strike a pose! Join us at the Intrepid Museum for a special photography workshop led by teaching artists from the Josephine Herrick Project and inspired by our special Photo Lab exhibition. Bring your own device or borrow an instant camera to explore exhibits and take your own photos!
More information and registration coming soon
ACCESS / FAMILy, Ages 3 –18 / FREE
Early Morning Openings: Astronauts Aboard
July 23, 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.
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VIRTUAL / FAMILY / FREE
Virtual Astronomy Live
July 24, 3:00pm – 5:00pm ET
Join scientists, astronauts, and other out-of-this-world experts as they discuss the most fascinating space topics of today and give a sneak peek at what’s next in the world of space exploration.
Registration coming soon
FAMILY / FREE
Free Fridays with Movie Night
July 29, 5:00pm – 9:00pm
The Museum will offer free admission on the last Friday of every month! Explore the Museum and enjoy a variety of free after-hours programming including movies on the flight deck! Our cafes are open during Free Friday with food and beverages available for purchase.
Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan
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ACCESS / FAMILY / Free
Aircraft Design
August 7
11:00am – 1:00pm / Children (ages 5 – 18)
2:00pm – 4:00pm / Teens and adults (ages 14+)
Creating new types of airplanes involves understanding aircraft design of the past and innovating for the future. Explore Intrepid’s aircraft collection to hone observational skills, compare different types of airplanes, and learn what’s new in aircraft design.
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VIRTUAL / FAMILY / FREE
Virtual Astronomy Live
August 21, 3:00pm – 5:00pm ET
Join scientists, astronauts, and other out-of-this-world experts as they discuss the most fascinating space topics of today and give a sneak peek at what’s next in the world of space exploration.
More information coming soon
FAMILY / FREE
Free Fridays with Movie Night
August 26, 5:00pm – 9:00pm
The Museum will offer free admission on the last Friday of every month! Explore the Museum and enjoy a variety of free after-hours programming including movies on the flight deck! Our cafes are open during Free Friday with food and beverages available for purchase.
Blade Runner
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VIRTUAL / FAMILY / Free
Behind the Scenes: 40th Anniversary Virtual Experiences
September 8, 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Go behind the scenes and virtually tour some of the Museum’s biggest acquisitions over the last 40 years. Topic this month: Live from the Intrepid Museum: the British Airways Concorde
Registration coming soon
ACCESS / teens and adults, ages 14+ / FREE
Sensory Friendly Evenings
September 16, 5:00pm – 7:00pm ET
The Intrepid Museum offers Sensory Friendly Evenings for individuals with autism eight times a year. By keeping the doors open at night for teens (14+) and adults, participants can experience the Museum in a sensory-friendly environment. In the evening, specific areas of the Museum are open for self-exploration.
More information and registration coming soon
ACCESS / VIRTUAL / Family, All Ages / FREE
Sea, Air and Space Food
September 18, 11:00am – 12:00pm ET
Food is an important part of any travel experience. Learn about food on Intrepid, British Airways Concorde, and NASA space shuttles and determine for yourself which is the tastiest!
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ACCESS / FAMILy, Ages 3 –18 / FREE
Early Morning Openings: Concorde
September 24, 8:30am – 11:00am ET
Discover the luxury experience of the British Airways Concorde! Go inside this supersonic jet to learn about the Concorde experience and legacy.
Registration coming soon
FAMILY / FREE
Free Fridays with Astronomy Night
September 30, 5:00pm – 9:00pm
The Museum will offer free admission on the last Friday of every month, from April – September! Enjoy tours and activities with Museum Educators, followed by special guest speakers. Local astronomers will be on hand with their high-powered telescopes to help visitors navigate the night sky.
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ACCESS / FAMILY / Free
Heroes and Superheroes
October 18
11:00am – 1:00pm / Children (ages 5 – 18)
2:00pm – 4:00pm / Teens and adults (ages 14+)
Superheroes are not just in the comics—they are also in our communities! Learn about the real-life heroes of Intrepid and their superhero connections.
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VIRTUAL / FAMILY / FREE
Virtual Astronomy Live
October 23, 3:00pm – 5:00pm ET
Join scientists, astronauts, and other out-of-this-world experts as they discuss the most fascinating space topics of today and give a sneak peek at what’s next in the world of space exploration.
More information coming soon
ACCESS / FAMILy, Ages 3 –18 / FREE
Early Morning Openings: Nuts & Bolts
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.
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FAMILY / Free
Intrepid Celebrations
November 5, 1:00pm – 4:00pm ET
Celebrations aboard Intrepid during its time of service brought the crew together and boosted morale as they carried out their jobs at sea. Participants will explore historic spaces of the ship as they learn about the various holidays and events celebrated on board Intrepid and make some festive holiday crafts to take home!
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ACCESS / VIRTUAL / Family, All Ages / FREE
Life Underwater
November 13, 11:00am – 12:00pm ET
Submarines were one of the most unique experiences in the Navy! Virtually explore the submarine Growler and its artifacts as well as hear stories from former crew members about the adventures and challenges of life underwater.
Registration coming soon
ACCESS / teens and adults, ages 14+ / FREE
Sensory Friendly Evenings
November 18, 5:00pm – 7:00pm ET
The Intrepid Museum offers Sensory Friendly Evenings for individuals with autism eight times a year. By keeping the doors open at night for teens (14+) and adults, participants can experience the Museum in a sensory-friendly environment. In the evening, specific areas of the Museum are open for self-exploration.
More information and registration coming soon
VIRTUAL / FAMILY / FREE
Virtual Astronomy Live
November 20, 3:00pm – 5:00pm ET
Join scientists, astronauts, and other out-of-this-world experts as they discuss the most fascinating space topics of today and give a sneak peek at what’s next in the world of space exploration.
More information coming soon
ACCESS / FAMILY / Free
Celebrations Aboard
December 4
11:00am – 1:00pm / Children (ages 5 – 18)
2:00pm – 4:00pm / Teens and adults (ages 14+)
Learn how crew members aboard Intrepid celebrated special occasions with their fellow sailors when their families were far away. The program will highlight U.S. Navy traditions on Intrepid and Growler as well as give families the chance to share some of their own!
Registration coming soon
VIRTUAL / FAMILY / Free
Behind the Scenes: 40th Anniversary Virtual Experiences
December 8, 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Go behind the scenes and virtually tour some of the Museum’s biggest acquisitions over the last 40 years. Topic this month: Live from the Intrepid Museum: the Missile Submarine Growler
Registration coming soon
VIRTUAL / FAMILY / FREE
Virtual Astronomy Live
December 18, 3:00pm – 5:00pm ET
Join scientists, astronauts, and other out-of-this-world experts as they discuss the most fascinating space topics of today and give a sneak peek at what’s next in the world of space exploration.
More information coming soon
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