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EXHIBITION
Apollo 11: Media, the Moon and Beyond
Open: May 1
To mark the 50th anniversary of American astronauts first setting foot on the Moon, we invite you to experience the feelings and emotions of that historic moment. Learn more.
EXHIBITION
International Space Station (ISS) VR Experience
Through February 24
Take a virtual reality trip out of this world and visit the International Space Station! Experience what it's like to work, learn and live in the microgravity environment. Purchase Museum tickets.
EXHIBITION
Personal Space
Through October 1
Personal Space offers a glimpse into the lives of 11 astronauts through special objects they brought with them on missions.
Purchase Museum tickets.
EXHIBITION
Defying Gravity: Women in Space
NOW OPEN through September 21
Defying Gravity: Women in Space shares the stories of previously unsung women in the U.S. space program. brought to life through Microsoft HoloLens and hosted by a holographic Dr. Mae Jemison.
Purchase Museum tickets.
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.
Learn more.
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.
Purchase Museum tickets.
TALKS + PERFORMANCES 
One Giant Leap:
The 50th Anniversary of Apollo 11
Saturdays and Sundays
Hear the historic events leading up to the Apollo XI mission; the mission that took man from Earth to the Moon! Learn about the powerful rockets, technologies and of the men and women, who helped America’s Astronauts take that historic first step. Presentation is 20 minutes and free with admission to the Museum. Check at the Information Desk, location and schedule subject to change.
SCREENING 
3-D Films
Screenings begin at 10:30am daily
Experience the two new 3D Films playing now in our lutnick theater; Aircraft Carrier: Guardian of the Seas and Journey to Space. Immerse yourself in two stories showcasing new perspectives on life at sea and travels through space. Learn more.
FREE PROGRAM / FAMILY
Planetarium Show: On the Wings of New York
Monday-Friday 3:00pm
From the placid waters of the Finger Lakes to the open fields of Long Island, aviation grew up in New York. Explore the Empire State’s role in the history of flight and journey with us from our earliest attempts aloft to our giant leaps on the Moon.
FREE PROGRAM / FAMILY
Elinor Smith: The Flying Flapper of Freeport
Tuesday-Friday 2:30pm
In 1928, pioneering aviatrix Elinor Smith became the youngest licensed pilot in the country. Discover what it was like to grow up during the Golden Age of Aviation and much more.
VETERANS / FREE PROGRAM
Intrepid After Hours: Apollo 11 50th Anniversary
July 24
Intrepid After Hours invites military veterans and service members to experience the Museum at night. Explore the Museum without the crowds, and then join peers for conversation, a creative exercise and a catered dinner. Learn more.
VETERANS / FAMILY / FREE PROGRAM
Military Family Program: Apollo 11 50th Anniversary
July 28
Current and former military service members and their families, these programs include a hands-on tour of the Museum, experiments, and design challenges intended to engage the whole family. Learn more.
SCREENING / FAMILY / FREE PROGRAM 
Summer Movie Series: First Man
July 19
Enjoy views of the Hudson River and city skyline while screening the film First Man on the pier. The movie begins at sunset, weather permitting. First-come, first-served - 5-9pm. Learn more.
FAMILY / TALKS + PERFORMANCES
Astronomy Night Celebrates Apollo 11
July 19
Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing with a talk by NASA’s Noah Petro, deputy project scientist for the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter, and stargazing on the flight deck (weather permitting)! Free. All ages.
Register in advance.
TALKS + PERFORMANCES
Intrepid Presents: To the Moon with the Upright Citizens Brigade Touring Company
featuring Lauren Adams
July 20
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing beneath the space shuttle Enterprise with a night of comedy, history and science with the Upright Citizens Brigade Touring Co featuring Lauren Adams, former astronaut Mike Massimino, and NASA’s Noah Petro, deputy project scientist for the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter. General $15, Museum Members: $10.
Learn more and register
ACCESS / FREE PROGRAM / FAMILY
Early Morning Opening: Apollo 11 50th Anniversary (ages 3-18)
July 20
Come to the Intrepid Museum to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the moon landings! Commemorate this historic event with a tour and hands-on activities. For children with autism and their families.
Learn more and register
FREE PROGRAM / FAMILY
Intrepid Adventures: Intrepid Space Academy
July 20 & 21
Intrepid Adventures are enrichment programs designed to provide children ages 5–12, their siblings and parents/caregivers an opportunity to have fun and learn together. Programs are one hour and free with Museum admission. Learn more and register.
FREE PROGRAM / FAMILY
Intrepid Adventures: Jobs on Deck
August 3 & 4
Intrepid Adventures are enrichment programs designed to provide children ages 5–12, their siblings and parents/caregivers an opportunity to have fun and learn together. Programs are one hour and free with Museum admission. Learn more and register.
FREE PROGRAM / FAMILY / ACCESS
Jobs Aboard Intrepid
August 4
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. Learn more and register.
FAMILY / OVERNIGHTS
Operation Slumber
August 10
Spend a night aboard Intrepid! Get exclusive access to the ship and Space Shuttle Pavilion, and sleep among the aircraft, just like enlisted sailors once did.
Learn more.
TALKS + PERFORMANCES 
From Concorde to Mars: Designing the Future
August 16
Join us as we revisit the wonder of Concorde and explore it as inspiration for the “new space age." With missions back to the Moon and beyond, hear from designers and a space architect about new technologies and innovations that we will see in the coming years that cater to the needs of both astronauts and tourists. Ages 21+. Tickets are $15 for general admission and $10 for Museum Members.
Purchase tickets.
SCREENING / FAMILY / FREE PROGRAM
Summer Movie Series: Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (1971)
August 16
Enjoy views of the Hudson River and city skyline while screening the film Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (1971) on the pier. The movie begins at sunset, weather permitting. First-come, first-served - 5-9pm.Learn more
FREE PROGRAM / FAMILY
Intrepid Adventures: Star Stories
August 10 & 11
Intrepid Adventures are enrichment programs designed to provide children ages 5–12, their siblings and parents/caregivers an opportunity to have fun and learn together. Programs are one hour and free with Museum admission. Learn more and register.
FREE PROGRAM / FAMILY
Intrepid Adventures: Intrepid Space Academy
August 17 & 18
Intrepid Adventures are enrichment programs designed to provide children ages 5–12, their siblings and parents/caregivers an opportunity to have fun and learn together. Programs are one hour and free with Museum admission. Learn more and register.
FREE PROGRAM / FAMILY
Intrepid Adventures: High Flying Design
August 24 & 25
Intrepid Adventures are enrichment programs designed to provide children ages 5–12, their siblings and parents/caregivers an opportunity to have fun and learn together. Programs are one hour and free with Museum admission. Learn more and register.
FREE PROGRAM / FAMILY
Intrepid Adventures: Intrepid Space Academy
August 31 & September 1
Intrepid Adventures are enrichment programs designed to provide children ages 5–12, their siblings and parents/caregivers an opportunity to have fun and learn together. Programs are one hour and free with Museum admission. Learn more and register.
FAMILY / membership
Members Night
September 9
Experience the Museum after hours, exclusively for members and their guests. Enjoy talks, free simulator rides and behind-the-scenes access to our collection.
Learn more.
FREE PROGRAM / FAMILY
Intrepid Adventures: Flying in Style
September 21 & 22
Intrepid Adventures are enrichment programs designed to provide children ages 5–12, their siblings and parents/caregivers an opportunity to have fun and learn together. Programs are one hour and free with Museum admission. Learn more and register.
FREE PROGRAM / FAMILY
Free Friday
September 27
Learn about the forces of flight and NASA's journey to the red planet at our special Spanish-language education demos and tour guide talks taking place throughout the evening. First-come, first-served - 5-9pm. All ages. Learn more.
TALKS + PERFORMANCES
Innovators
September 27
The New York Space Alliance (NYSA) and NASA are partnering to support the use of NASA’s intellectual property by start-ups in New York for their own groundbreaking endeavors. Beer and wine available for purchase with valid ID. Free. 21+. Register in advance.
More info coming soon.
FREE PROGRAM / FAMILY
Intrepid Adventures: Jobs on Deck
October 5 & 6
Intrepid Adventures are enrichment programs designed to provide children ages 5–12, their siblings and parents/caregivers an opportunity to have fun and learn together. Programs are one hour and free with Museum admission. Learn more and register.
FAMILY / OVERNIGHTS
Operation Slumber
October 12
Spend a night aboard Intrepid! Get exclusive access to the ship and Space Shuttle Pavilion, and sleep among the aircraft, just like enlisted sailors once did.
Learn more.
membership 
Member Appreciation Month
October 1–31
Museum members enjoy special exclusives and openings all month long! Enjoy special perks and other exciting opportunities at the Museum throughout October. Become a member.
TALKS + PERFORMANCES
Innovators
October 18
The New York Space Alliance (NYSA) and NASA are partnering to support the use of NASA’s intellectual property by start-ups in New York for their own groundbreaking endeavors. Beer and wine available for purchase with valid ID. Free. 21+. Register in advance.
More info coming soon.
FREE PROGRAM / FAMILY / FREE
Free Friday
October 25
Explore the universe in the Museum's pop-up planetarium, with Intrepid Educator-led shows that will take you around our galaxy and back again. Every 45 minutes. First-come, first-served. All ages. Learn more.
FREE PROGRAM / FAMILY / FREE
Astronomy Night
October 25
Celebrate Halloween with a special Astronomy Night and learn about the spookiest planets in the universe from astrophysicist Jackie Faherty. Free. Register in advance - 5-9pm
More info coming soon.
FREE PROGRAM / FAMILY
Intrepid Adventures: Star Stories
October 26 & 27
Intrepid Adventures are enrichment programs designed to provide children ages 5–12, their siblings and parents/caregivers an opportunity to have fun and learn together. Programs are one hour and free with Museum admission. Learn more and register.
TALKS + PERFORMANCES
Innovators
November 8
The New York Space Alliance (NYSA) and NASA are partnering to support the use of NASA’s intellectual property by start-ups in New York for their own groundbreaking endeavors. Beer and wine available for purchase with valid ID. Free. 21+. Register in advance.
More info coming soon.
FAMILY / OVERNIGHTS
Operation Slumber
November 2
Spend a night aboard Intrepid! Get exclusive access to the ship and Space Shuttle Pavilion, and sleep among the aircraft, just like enlisted sailors once did.
Learn more.
FAMILY / OVERNIGHTS
Operation Slumber
November 9
Spend a night aboard Intrepid! Get exclusive access to the ship and Space Shuttle Pavilion, and sleep among the aircraft, just like enlisted sailors once did.
Learn more.
FREE PROGRAM / FAMILY
Intrepid Adventures: High Flying Design
November 9 & 10
Intrepid Adventures are enrichment programs designed to provide children ages 5–12, their siblings and parents/caregivers an opportunity to have fun and learn together. Programs are one hour and free with Museum admission. Learn more and register.
VETERANS / FAMILY / FREE PROGRAM
Veterans Day Weekend
November 8–11
Celebrate with us and honor our servicemen and women at the Museum's Veteran's Day and Seats of Honor Ceremonies. Join us as we recognize their service, commemorate their sacrifice and honor them for defending our treasured way of life.
TALKS + PERFORMANCES
Intrepid Presents
November 13
Learn about the search for Earth-like exoplanets in our universe at Intrepid Presents, an evening program and performance series at the Intrepid Museum.
More info coming soon.
FAMILY / OVERNIGHTS
Operation Slumber
November 16
Spend a night aboard Intrepid! Get exclusive access to the ship and Space Shuttle Pavilion, and sleep among the aircraft, just like enlisted sailors once did.
Learn more.
FAMILY / OVERNIGHTS
Operation Slumber
November 23
Spend a night aboard Intrepid! Get exclusive access to the ship and Space Shuttle Pavilion, and sleep among the aircraft, just like enlisted sailors once did.
Learn more.
FREE PROGRAM / FAMILY
Intrepid Adventures: Intrepid Space Academy
November 23 & 24
Intrepid Adventures are enrichment programs designed to provide children ages 5–12, their siblings and parents/caregivers an opportunity to have fun and learn together. Programs are one hour and free with Museum admission. Learn more and register.
FAMILY / OVERNIGHTS
Operation Slumber
December 7
Spend a night aboard Intrepid! Get exclusive access to the ship and Space Shuttle Pavilion, and sleep among the aircraft, just like enlisted sailors once did.
Learn more.
FAMILY / OVERNIGHTS
Operation Slumber
December 14
Spend a night aboard Intrepid! Get exclusive access to the ship and Space Shuttle Pavilion, and sleep among the aircraft, just like enlisted sailors once did.
Learn more.
FREE PROGRAM / FAMILY
Intrepid Adventures: Diving Into Density
December 7 & 8
Intrepid Adventures are enrichment programs designed to provide children ages 5–12, their siblings and parents/caregivers an opportunity to have fun and learn together. Programs are one hour and free with Museum admission. Learn more and register.
FREE PROGRAM / FAMILY
Intrepid Adventures: Flying in Style
December 21 & 22
Intrepid Adventures are enrichment programs designed to provide children ages 5–12, their siblings and parents/caregivers an opportunity to have fun and learn together. Programs are one hour and free with Museum admission. Learn more and register.
FREE PROGRAM / FAMILY
Intrepid Adventures: Star Stories
December 28 & 29
Intrepid Adventures are enrichment programs designed to provide children ages 5–12, their siblings and parents/caregivers an opportunity to have fun and learn together. Programs are one hour and free with Museum admission. Learn more and register.
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