FROM:   
THE INTREPID SEA, AIR & SPACE MUSEUM

CONTACT: 
Rubenstein Communications Inc., Public Relations
Jody Fisher (212) 843-8296 / 347-419-0444 / jfisher@rubenstein.com

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For the first time in two years, visitors to the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum will be able to watch the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular on The Hudson River from the flight deck of the WWII aircraft carrier and celebrate our nation’s Independence Day with a special VIP party beginning at 7:00pm; fireworks begin at 9:20pm.

Tickets go on sale starting Wednesday, May 26 on the Intrepid Museum website at www.intrepidmuseum.org.  Tickets cost $90 per person when purchased during Fleet Week, May 26-June 1; after June 1, tickets cost $100 per person.

The 4th of July festivities aboard the Intrepid include:

•    Best viewing location of Macy’s Fireworks Spectacular on The Hudson River;
•    VIP Seating on Intrepid’s Flight Deck;
•    Opportunity to tour The Intrepid Museum – open exclusively for fireworks guests from 7pm-8:45pm;
•    DJ entertainment;
•    Simulcast of Macy’s Fireworks’ Musical Score.

Please note:

•    No refunds – event is rain or shine;
•    No backpacks, coolers, or outside food, alcohol or other drinks permitted;
•    No smoking permitted anywhere on Museum property;
•    No picnic style equipment (lawn chairs, blankets, etc);
•    Food and drink will be available for purchase on site.

About the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum:
One of the world's largest maritime museums, the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum, is housed aboard the 900-foot-long ESSEX class aircraft carrier Intrepid, which saw service during World War II, the Cold War, and the Vietnam War. It also served as a prime recovery vessel for NASA during the Mercury and Gemini space programs before it was retired in 1974. Four years later, Zachary Fisher established the Intrepid Museum Foundation for the sole purpose of "saving the Intrepid for generations to come." Listed in the National Park Service’s National Historic Landmark register, the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum was opened as a symbol of peace and education in August 1982. The Intrepid underwent extensive renovations beginning in 2006 and returned to its home at Pier 86 in October 2008.  It has since hosted President George W. Bush for its annual Veterans Day celebration and honored Bill and Hillary Clinton at its annual Intrepid Gala fundraising event. The Intrepid is an event space as well as a museum, and has served as a focal point during New York’s annual Fleet Week celebration. The Intrepid produces a wide range of public programming, and is recognized worldwide as an historic icon that makes history come alive for visitors through its unforgettable series of dynamic and interactive exhibits.  The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum is proudly supported by Bank of America. For more information, visit www.intrepidmuseum.org