FROM:           THE INTREPID SEA, AIR, & SPACE MUSEUM
Pier 86; West 46th Street and 12th Avenue at Hudson River Park

CONTACT: Rubenstein Communications, Inc., Public Relations

Join the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum on a trip into the future at Astro Café, featuring Gene Dolgoff, one of the world’s first holographers and the pioneering spirit behind Star Trek’s holodeck on Friday, July 22. Doors open at 6:45pm and the presentation will begin at 7:30pm at the Intrepid Museum located at Pier 86 (46th Street and 12th Avenue)   

Hear from visionary inventor Gene Dolgoff as you sip drinks on board the Intrepid, and then head to the flight deck for stargazing. Dolgoff, one of the first scientists to work in holography (the study of holograms), inspired Gene Roddenberry to create the holodeck featured in Star Trek. He will unveil new research on holographic theory and what it reveals about the mysterious nature of gravity.

The event is open to adults age 21 and over. Beer and wine will be available for purchase. Astro Café is free, but space is limited and registration is required. To register, visit: http://my.intrepidmuseum.org/auxiliary/reserve.aspx?p=3438

Astro Café is a curated lecture series giving adults the opportunity to learn about the latest discoveries and innovations in astrophysics, planetary science and more. Each event features cutting-edge talks by pioneers in various scientific disciplines, drinks aboard the ship, and, on select evenings, stargazing on the flight deck with the Amateur Astronomers Association of New York.

                        DATE:                       Friday, July 22

                        TIME:                        7:30pm, doors open at 6:45pm

                        LOCATION:             Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
                                                            Pier 86 (46th Street and 12th Avenue)
                                                            Manhattan
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About the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum is a non-profit, educational institution featuring the legendary aircraft carrier Intrepid, the space shuttle Enterprise, the world’s fastest jets and a guided missile submarine. Through exhibitions, educational programming and the foremost collection of technologically groundbreaking aircraft and vessels, visitors of all ages and abilities are taken on an interactive journey through history to learn about American innovation and bravery.

The Intrepid Museum fulfills its mission to honor our heroes, educate the public and inspire our youth by connecting them to history through hands-on exploration while bridging the future by inspiring innovation.

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