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EXHIBITIONPostcards from Earth
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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EXHIBITIONOn the Mend
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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EXHIBITIONKamikaze: Beyond the Fire
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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EXHIBITIONA View from the Deep
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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EXHIBITIONOn the Line
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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ACCESS / FAMILY / FREETea Dances
Tea Dances for Individuals with Dementia and Their Care Partners: Twist & Shout - Featuring a special performance of Betty Skelton: For All Womankind
June 21, 2:00pm – 3:00pm 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!
Register here.

Veterans / Family / FreeLGBTQ Service Members
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.
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VIRTUAL / FAMILY / FREEAstroLive
Astro Live
June 25, 3:00pm – 4:30pm ET

Have a passion for space science? Meet astronauts, scientists, and other experts during these monthly live events that explore space, astronomy and otherworldly topics.
Registration coming soon.

VETERANS / in-personFleet Week
Preserving Corsair
June 28, 4:30pm – 8:00pm ET

Join fellow current and former service members to be one of the first to see remnants of a Corsair that was recovered from the Pacific Ocean. This aircraft flew off Intrepid during WWII and now has returned almost 80 years later. Hear from the team of specialists who are preserving the parts of the Corsair. Then, continue the conversation over a catered dinner.
Registration coming soon.

FAMILY / FREEFree Fridays
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 / FREEACCESS Early Morning Openings
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 / FREEAstroLive
Astro Live
July 16, 3:00pm – 4:30pm ET

Have a passion for space science? Meet astronauts, scientists, and other experts during these monthly live events that explore space, astronomy and otherworldly topics.
Registration coming soon.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT / NYC 8th-12th grade teachersPROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
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 / FREEFree Fridays
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.
Learn more.

IN-PERSON / ACCESS / FAMILY / FREEACCESS Family Event
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 / FREEBehind the Scenes Live
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 / FREEAstroLive
Astro Live
August 20, 3:00pm – 4:30pm ET

Have a passion for space science? Meet astronauts, scientists, and other experts during these monthly live events that explore space, astronomy and otherworldly topics.
Registration coming soon.

FAMILY / FREEFree Fridays
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 Top Gun: Maverick on the flight deck. The movie begins at sunset.
Learn more.

ACCESS / FAMILY / FREETea Dances
Tea Dances for Individuals with Dementia and Their Care Partners: Fall Fest
September 13, 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!
Learn more.

ages 3 – 18 / ACCESS / FAMILY / FREEACCESS Early Morning Openings
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 / FREEAstroLive
Astro Live: Astronomy Night
September 29, 3:00pm – 4:30pm ET

Have a passion for space science? Meet astronauts, scientists, and other experts during these monthly live events that explore space, astronomy and otherworldly topics.
Registration coming soon.

VIRTUAL / FAMILY / FREEAstroLive
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.

ACCESS / FAMILY / FREETea Dances
Tea Dances for Individuals with Dementia and Their Care Partners: Boo-gie Woogie
October 18, 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!
Learn more.

ages 3 – 18 / ACCESS / FAMILY / FREEACCESS Early Morning Openings
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 / FREEBehind the Scenes Live
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.

FAMILY / veteransVeterans Day Ceremony
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 / FREEAstroLive
Astro Live
November 19, 3:00pm – 4:30pm ET

Have a passion for space science? Meet astronauts, scientists, and other experts during these monthly live events that explore space, astronomy and otherworldly topics.
Registration coming soon.

VETERANS Pearl Harbor
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 / FREEAstroLive
Astro Live
December 17, 3:00pm – 4:30pm ET

Have a passion for space science? Meet astronauts, scientists, and other experts during these monthly live events that explore space, astronomy and otherworldly topics.
Registration coming soon.