Join us for a virtual professional development program that explores how to support students when "failures" happen, using the Next Generation Science and Engineering Practices and the Engineering Design Process. Learn how to frame "failure" through social-emotional learning, hear from engineering professionals, and engage in an interactive workshop to enhance your teaching strategies.

This course offers 4 CTLE credits. Registered participants will receive a program link before the event. Virtual check-in starts at 8:45 AM EST. Note: materials are not provided.

Calling all budding coders in grades 6-12! Join us for the Intrepid Museum’s annual Hackathon, where you'll learn, code, and create exciting projects with fellow future programmers. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced, come solo or with a team to tackle challenges in various coding languages. Enjoy a fun day of learning with breakfast, snacks, and lunch provided. No experience needed—just bring your enthusiasm!

To commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Leyte Gulf, hear from Mike Fink, author of Intrepid's Fighting Squadron 18, as he explores the USS Intrepid’s pivotal role and the experiences of its brave aviators during this historic naval battle.

Join experts for an exciting discussion on the Europa Clipper mission to Jupiter's icy moon! Discover why Europa is one of the most promising locations in the solar system for potential habitability, with its vast ocean of liquid water beneath the icy crust. This moon is believed to hold more water than all of Earth's oceans combined, along with essential organic materials and stable conditions that could support life. Don't miss this chance to explore the future of space exploration!

Submarines are one of the most unique experiences in the Navy! Explore the submarine Growler and the A View from the Deep exhibition to learn more about the adventures and challenges of life underwater.

Teens and adults with autism or sensory disabilities (ages 14+) and their families and friends.

Discover how you can actively participate in the upcoming election cycle! We invite teenagers and young adults to join us and learn how to stay informed and engaged in this election year. Hear inspiring stories from crew members aboard the Intrepid who exercised their right to vote, and find out how you can do the same!

This month, the Intrepid Museum and the Metropolitan Opera have teamed up for a behind-the-scenes program featuring its newest opera, Grounded. A special performance begins the evening, followed by a panel discussion featuring decorated female officers and artists reflecting on how work affects their domestic life, the roles of service to one’s country and one’s home, and the challenges of volleying identities between service and domestic life.

In connection with the Museum’s newest exhibition: Apollo: When We Went to the Moon, all of the movies this summer will feature stories about humankind’s exploration and fascination with the Moon. Enjoy views of the Hudson River and city skyline while screening the classic film on the flight deck.

Guests are invited to bring lawn chairs, picnic baskets and blankets to view the film outdoors, free of charge, on a huge inflatable screen on the flight deck.

Local, national, and international audiences who have a passion for space science participate and meet astronauts, scientists, and other talents through these monthly live events that explore relevant space, astronomy, and other topics.

Aircraft design is essential to how airplanes and helicopters soar through the sky. Explore Intrepid’s aircraft collection to hone observational skills, compare different types of aircraft, and try out your own designs.

Aircraft design is essential to how airplanes and helicopters soar through the sky. Explore Intrepid’s aircraft collection to hone observational skills, compare different types of aircraft, and try out your own designs.

In connection with the Museum’s newest exhibition: Apollo: When We Went to the Moon, all of the movies this summer will feature stories about humankind’s exploration and fascination with the Moon. Enjoy views of the Hudson River and city skyline while screening the classic film on the flight deck.

Join us at the Intrepid Museum to celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride at our Inclusive Pride Family Day: Express Yourself! Learn about the history of struggle and accomplishments of LGBTQ+ communities in the Navy and explore opportunities for self-expression on board. Families of all ages and identities are invited to participate in hands-on art and storytelling activities all about expressing themselves. The afternoon will also include a read-aloud and a family-friendly presentation. Entry to the Museum is FREE with event pre-registration.

Join us at the Intrepid Museum to celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride at our Inclusive Pride Family Day: Express Yourself! Learn about the history of struggle and accomplishments of LGBTQ+ communities in the Navy and explore opportunities for self-expression on board. Families of all ages and identities are invited to participate in hands-on art and storytelling activities all about expressing themselves. The afternoon will also include a read-aloud and a family-friendly presentation. Entry to the Museum is FREE with event pre-registration.

Join the Intrepid Museum for a Memorial Day ceremony honoring the men and women of the United States Armed Forces who have given their lives in defense of our nation. Civic and military leaders will offer remarks and join in a special wreath-laying ceremony in honor of the fallen. The ceremony concludes with veterans unfurling a 100-foot U.S. flag, the playing of Taps, and a flyover by Navy fighter jets.

The Intrepid Museum’s summer movie series kicks off Memorial Day Weekend, Friday, May 24, with a free screening of Top Gun: Maverick! Enjoy views of the Hudson River and city skyline while screening the classic film on the flight deck.

Find out why Intrepid was a “city at sea” and learn about the sailors’ many different jobs aboard the ship! Visit spaces where sailors ate, slept and worked, and celebrate the important contributions of Intrepid’s crew.

Check-in begins at 10:30am. Please arrive before 11:00am in order to participate in the full program.

Looking for a program for older visitors? This program will be offered again from 2:00 to 4:00pm for teens and adults with developmental disabilities and their families. Register for the teen and adult program here.

Life on the aircraft carrier Intrepid was hard work, but sailors still found ways to have fun! Explore Intrepid to find out how sailors had fun while at sea and make connections to your own favorite games and experiences.

Registration info: Free with advance registration. Registration typically opens one month in advance. If you have any questions, please contact access@intrepidmuseum.org

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.

After a cosmic journey, it brought back a sample of stardust and rocks in September. Now, our scientists are on a mission to unravel the secrets of early planetary formation and decode the cosmic recipe of asteroids that might just spice up Earth's future!

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.

Honor Veterans’ Day by learning more about the experiences of U.S. Navy sailors aboard Intrepid and submarine Growler.

Free with advance registration! This program takes place over Zoom and includes an at-home activity packet

Have you ever wanted to be a coder but did not know where to start? Or you know the code but want to improve or focus your efforts. Teens and youth in grades 6-12 with any and all coding experience are invited to learn, program and develop projects at the Intrepid Museum’s first-ever Hackathon! Meet fellow future coders and work together to solve challenges using different coding languages. Sign up in groups, or come explore on your own. No experience is required to join!

This 1984 film documents the extraordinary history of chemical warfare, agricultural herbicides, damage to the world environment, and the plight of Vietnam War veterans and their families as they struggle for treatment of exposure to Agent Orange and dioxin.

Art-Making Drop-ins, Astronaut Self-Portraits, Medallion projects, learn about how astronauts breath in space, and observe asteroids through a telescope!

Astro Live features fun-filled and educational experiences for the whole family, including talks from leading scientists and activities & demos led by Museum educators

Free Movie Nights are back at the Intrepid Museum! Celebrate the ship’s 80th commissioning anniversary with special “ship” themed films.

In October 2023, NASA’s Psyche Mission is slated to launch toward a unique asteroid that may hold the secrets of Earth’s own formation. Part of NASA’s Discovery Program focused on planetary science, the Psyche spacecraft will take its six-year journey to the asteroid belt via solar-electric propulsion following a Mars flyby and gravity-assist.

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!