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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. Learn more.
EXHIBITION
Navy Cakes: A Slice of History
Open through October 2020
Dig in to our new exhibition that showcases these epic sweets and the hard work of the sailors who created them. Explore recipes, photos, artifacts and oral histories that tell the stories of the elaborate confections baked onboard Intrepid and Growler. Learn more.
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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ONLINE PROGRAM 
Planetary Science (Ages 5–18)
July 2
Among the fixed stars lie moving points of light that we now know as planets. From the rings of Saturn to the craters of Mercury, each planet has a unique composition. Join us on this journey as we explore the planets of our solar system and beyond! Register now.
FREE PROGRAM 
GOALS for Girls Summer Intensive
June 6 - August 14
GOALS for Girls is a FREE six-week STEM program for girls in eighth and ninth grades. During the GOALS Summer Intensive, girls conduct experiments, work on engineering projects and learn in a supportive environment from experts in the STEM fields.
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ONLINE PROGRAM
Life Aboard (Ages 5–18)
July 7
Students will articulate the purpose of an aircraft carrier and identify at least three crew member jobs held during Intrepid's time of service. They will be taught the many ways in which life aboard Intrepid differed from life on land, and some of the adjustments sailors made to improve life aboard. Register now.
ONLINE PROGRAM
Codebreakers! (Ages 8–18)
July 9
Students will learn about Naval communication by examining artifacts from Intrepid in its time of service. Testing their wits, students will have the opportunity to take a stab at decoding, and will learn to construct their own coded messages! Register now.
FREE PROGRAM / FAMILY / ACCESS PROGRAMS 
Under the Weather
July 12
Heat, rain, snow—oh no! Explore the aircraft carrier Intrepid and learn about the challenges of working in different weather conditions on board the ship or while flying an airplane. Families will then create projects for weather-preparedness!
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ONLINE PROGRAM
Journey to Space! (Ages 5–18)
July 14
Students will get a tour of the Space Shuttle Pavilion, home of the space shuttle Enterprise. An educator will discuss the Mercury-Atlas 7 and Gemini III missions that occurred during the Space Race, including Intrepid's role as the primary recovery vessel for both NASA missions. Students will learn about the vacuum of space and why astronauts need spacecraft and spacesuits when they venture into Earth’s orbit and beyond. Register now.
ONLINE PROGRAM
Lunar Landers(Ages 8–18)
July 16
What might be difficult about landing on the moon? Explore Intrepid’s connection to the Space Race and analyze the result of the engineering design process that made landing on the moon possible. Materials: Disposable cup, recyclable materials, tape, scissors, two coins or other small objects Register now.
ONLINE PROGRAM 
Exploring Astronaut Photography and Art
July 16
Join us for a new Virtual Astronomy Live on Thursday, July 16 from 5:30pm-7:00pm EST, a free event that explores extraordinary voyages and once in a lifetime experiences have always kindled the creative human expression. Astronauts have attempted to convey what they see and feel when they look down on the home planet. Their sense of wonder and amazement has often been translated by their personal photographs. Other astronauts have returned to Earth inspired to create, while a few others actually created art in space. Register now.
ONLINE PROGRAM
High Flying Design (Ages 8–18)
July 21
Students will discuss the parts of a plane and how nature influences shape and design. Educators will demonstrate the four forces of flight, and students will experiment with these concepts before creating their own simple flying machines. Fundamental concepts such as the four forces of flight, Bernoulli's principle and aerodynamics will be discussed. Register now.
ONLINE PROGRAM
Flying in Style! (Ages 5–18)
July 23
There’s more to aircraft than wings and engines. Get up close to the aircraft in our collection to learn how symbols and paint schemes set each airplane apart. Then head back to the classroom to create a family squadron insignia and decorate an airplane. Register now.
VETERANS / FAMILY / ONLINE PROGRAM
Virtual Military Family Program: Traditions Aboard
July 19
As we are practicing physical distancing,Military Family Programs will be going virtual! Join fellow military and veteran families via Zoom for a free interactive program. Explore Intrepid’s historic spaces and find out how crew members celebrated special occasions with their fellow sailors. The virtual tour will visit the special exhibition Navy Cakes: A Slice of History.Learn more.
ACCESS PROGRAMS / FAMILY / FREE
Early Morning Openings (ages 3-18): Airplanes vs. Helicopters
July 25
Discover what makes airplanes and helicopters similar and different. Learn how they fly through the air through hands-on experiments, art activities and exploration of the Museum's aircraft collection.
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ONLINE PROGRAM
Star Stories (Ages 8–18)
July 28
For millennia, people have gazed at the night sky and told themselves stories about the pictures they see there. These same stars and constellations also allowed sailors to find their way back to port. Using images of the night sky, stories from different cultures and examples of simple navigation tools, an Intrepid Educator will help participants view their sky in a whole new way. Register now.
ONLINE PROGRAM
Star Stories (Ages 8–18)
July 30
How exactly does a ship float? Learn about the steps engineers take as they carry out a project such as making a ship large as Intrepid float and create your own floating vessels.. For kids and adults at home. Floats Your Boat Activity Materials: A sheet of foil, large bowl, and 20 to 40 pennies Register now.
FREE PROGRAM / FAMILY / ACCESS PROGRAMS
Space Race
August 2
What does a ship have to do with outer space? Discover Intrepid's connection to America's early ventures into space and explore the future of space travel. Tour will include the special exhibition When We Went to the Moon.
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Sensory Friendly Evening: Submarine (teens and adults, ages 14+): Concorde
September 4
Learn about the British Airways Concorde on a rare behind the scenes tour of this historic aircraft! Explore hands-on artifacts and do an activity based on this supersonic jet during this sensory-friendly program.
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FREE PROGRAM / FAMILY / ACCESS PROGRAMS
Jobs Aboard
September 13
Find out why Intrepid was a "city at sea" and learn about different jobs aboard the ship! Visit spaces where sailors lived and worked, then participate in activities inspired by their experiences.
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FREE PROGRAM / FAMILY / ACCESS PROGRAMS
Build it, Sail it, Fly it
October 4
Explore Intrepid and its aircraft to discover how they were built and changed over time. Families will learn how artifacts are fixed and maintained today and practice problem-solving and collaboration through challenges and activities.
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TALKS + PERFORMANCES 
Innovators
October 16
Niki Werkheiser will introduce NASA's Game Changing Development Program, an initiative that engages students to innovatively adapt NASA technology to solve complex problems. Beer and wine available for purchase with valid ID. Ages 21+. Register in advance.
More information coming soon.
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Sensory Friendly Evening: Submarine (teens and adults, ages 14+): Hangar Deck
October 23
Explore the Intrepid Museum after hours during a fun sensory-friendly evening with friends and family. The hangar deck of the historic aircraft carrier will be open.
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Early Morning Openings (ages 3-18): Airplanes vs. Helicopters
October 24
What does a ship have to do with outer space? Discover Intrepid's connection to America's early ventures into space and explore the future of space travel.
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FREE / FAMILY / TALKS + PERFORMANCES 
Astronomy Night: Deep Field - Hubble
October 30
The film, titled Deep Field: The Impossible Magnitude of our Universe, was inspired by Grammy® award-winning composer Eric Whitacre’s symphonic work Deep Field and features Hubble’s stunning imagery including brand new visualizations and fly-throughs of far-flung galaxies, nebulas, and star clusters that depict the awesome beauty of the universe.
More information coming soon.
FREE / FAMILY / TALKS + PERFORMANCES
Astronomy Night: 40th Anniversary Voyager I / Saturn Flyby
November 6
On November 12, 1980, Voyager I passed by Saturn and provided high-resolution data, dramatically changing our understanding of Saturn and its moons. Join propulsion engineer, Todd Barber, JPL as we mark the 40th Anniversary of Voyager I's achievement.
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FREE PROGRAM / FAMILY / ACCESS PROGRAMS
Life in Space
November 8
Discover what it takes to travel to and from space! Visit the Space Shuttle Pavilion to learn about life in space and practice training like an astronaut.
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ACCESS PROGRAMS / VETERANS / FAMILY / FREE PROGRAM
Veterans Day Weekend
November 11
Celebrate with us and honor our servicemen and women at the Museum's Veteran's Day ceremony. Join us as we recognize their service, commemorate their sacrifice and honor them for defending our treasured way of life.
TALKS + PERFORMANCES
Innovators
December 4
Brooklyn has emerged as one of the nation’s leaders in the innovation economy fueled by tech start-ups, creative companies and next-generation manufacturers. New Lab in the Brooklyn Navy Yard is at the heart of this growth. Meet some of their young entrepreneurs, founders of new tech companies in fields ranging from Urban Agriculture to High Speed Transportation. More information coming soon.
FREE PROGRAM / FAMILY / ACCESS PROGRAMS
Traditions Aboard Intrepid
December 6
Explore Intrepid's historical spaces and find out how crew members celebrated special occasions with their fellow sailors. Families will make connections to their own traditions and take home celebratory projects.
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VETERANS 
Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
December 7
Attend a wreath-laying ceremony on board Intrepid, in remembrance of the attack on Pearl Harbor. Free with admission.
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Early Morning Openings (ages 3-18): Ports of Call
December 19
Intrepid visited many ports and countries around the world throughout its years of service. Use your five senses to learn about Intrepid's journeys and imagine some of your own!
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