Intrepid Museum

Intrepid Museum Be curious. Be inspired. Be intrepid. The Intrepid Museum, a private non-profit, holds a special place in New York City’s cultural landscape.
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Founded in 1982 with the acquisition of the storied WWII aircraft carrier Intrepid—a National Historic Landmark and the centerpiece of its collection—the Museum welcomes over one million visitors annually from all around the world. Its mission is to promote the awareness and understanding of history, science and service through bold and immersive collections, exhibitions and programming in order t

o honor our heroes, educate the public and inspire future generations. The Intrepid Museum’s dynamic exhibitions exemplify the intersection of history and innovation. Immersive fun, STEM and history are showcased through technological marvels such as Enterprise, the world’s first space shuttle, and Growler, the only nuclear-weapons-carrying submarine open to the public. The Museum’s one-of-a-kind experience also features dozens of military aircraft including fighter jets, a supersonic spy plane, and the Concorde, the world’s fastest commercial airliner, displayed in and around the legendary aircraft carrier, Intrepid, an awe-inspiring setting for an unforgettable adventure. But the true power of the Intrepid Museum extends beyond the mechanical marvels on display to all those whose stories of sacrifice, service and heroism bring history to life. Guided by its core values of integrity, innovation, and inclusivity, the Intrepid Museum’s exhibits and programs are designed to provide a meaningful visitor experience for all. The Museum delivers nationally-recognized accessible programming to its audience with an emphasis on underserved communities, individuals with physical, cognitive, and sensory disabilities, including autism and dementia, and our veterans. Through its after-school, professional development, and STEM programs, the Museum educates and impacts more than 55,000 students each year. The Intrepid Museum is a dynamic adventure for visitors of all ages and offers group packages, member benefits, birthday parties, special event packages and educational programs. Located at 12th Avenue and 46th Street, Intrepid is easy to get to by mass transit, car or water taxi. Learn more: http://www.intrepidmuseum.org/

07/10/2025

Meet Jay V. Haigler of Diving With a Purpose, a leader in uncovering powerful underwater stories like the Clotilda slave ship. In our Q&A, he shares how community voices and new tech are reshaping underwater archaeology.

Discover more at the Intrepid Museum’s Mysteries from the Deep exhibition, where hidden history comes to the surface. ⚓️

As we look to the 250th anniversary of the United States, we're proud to partner with Sail4th 250 to welcome tall ships ...
07/08/2025

As we look to the 250th anniversary of the United States, we're proud to partner with Sail4th 250 to welcome tall ships from around the world to the New York Harbor in 2026. It's a powerful tribute to our maritime heritage and a celebration of unity and shared values.

The Intrepid Museum stands as a testament to American service, ingenuity and resilience. The ship and the personal stories of its crewmembers are our north star…a powerful springboard to teach people of all ages about history and innovation. We inspire the next generation to reach great heights .....

🇺🇸 Happy July 4!We're celebrating today and looking ahead to Sail4th 250 in 2026, when America’s 250th birthday brings f...
07/04/2025

🇺🇸 Happy July 4!

We're celebrating today and looking ahead to Sail4th 250 in 2026, when America’s 250th birthday brings fireworks and a harbor full of ships to the Hudson River! 🎆

They didn’t have fireworks hundreds of feet below the surface, but they did have dessert! 🎂 Here’s a photo of Growler cook Duane Heatwole decorating a flag cake aboard the submarine as part of the festivities at sea.

We're honored to be part of , a national initiative from the National Endowment for the Arts and Blue Star Families.As ...
07/03/2025

We're honored to be part of , a national initiative from the National Endowment for the Arts and Blue Star Families.

As a participating museum, we’re offering free admission to active-duty military personnel and their families in recognition of their service and dedication.

07/02/2025

Dive into the world of underwater archaeology, where cutting-edge technology and expert teams uncover the mysteries hidden beneath the waves.

In 1989, Growler was drydocked in Tampa, in a shipyard owned by George Steinbrenner (who was a friend of Zach Fisher), f...
07/02/2025

In 1989, Growler was drydocked in Tampa, in a shipyard owned by George Steinbrenner (who was a friend of Zach Fisher), for work prior to being towed to Pier 86.

This July, the Intrepid Museum celebrates Disability Pride Month and the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabili...
07/01/2025

This July, the Intrepid Museum celebrates Disability Pride Month and the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

The Intrepid Museum stands as a beacon of inclusion, offering accessible programs and events that welcome everyone. Join us all month long for inclusive programs and events that celebrate this milestone.https://bit.ly/4lyqt4Y

July marks Disability Pride Month—a time to honor the diversity, achievements and rights of people with disabilities. This year is especially significant, as 2025 marks the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the landmark civil rights law signed on July 26, 1990, that pr...

Happy Canada Day from all of us at the Intrepid Museum! 🇨🇦
07/01/2025

Happy Canada Day from all of us at the Intrepid Museum! 🇨🇦

Smile! It's . Photography was critical to Intrepid’s missions. Crew members called "photographer’s mates" developed pho...
06/29/2025

Smile! It's . Photography was critical to Intrepid’s missions. Crew members called "photographer’s mates" developed photographs in the ship’s photo lab.

Our photo lab exhibit, recreated in its original location, explores the science and art of creating images on board Intrepid.

Ahoy! 🏴‍☠️ Movie night sets sail TONIGHT aboard USS Intrepid with a FREE screening of Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man...
06/27/2025

Ahoy! 🏴‍☠️ Movie night sets sail TONIGHT aboard USS Intrepid with a FREE screening of Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest on the flight deck.

Please note: While admission to the movie is free, Museum exhibitions will not be open during these events. Access will be limited to the flight deck only. Doors open at 6:00pm.

Come see why Travel + Leisure named us one of the 10 Best Aviation Museums in the U.S.!The Museum’s one-of-a-kind experi...
06/26/2025

Come see why Travel + Leisure named us one of the 10 Best Aviation Museums in the U.S.!

The Museum’s one-of-a-kind experience features dozens of military aircraft including fighter jets, a supersonic spy plane, and a Concorde, the world’s fastest commercial airliner.

If you have an interest in aviation, you’ll want to have these museums on your radar.

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Pier 86, W 46th Street And 12th Avenue
New York, NY
10036

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 10am - 6pm

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+18779577447

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The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum is a nonprofit, 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 was founded in 1982 with the acquisition of the aircraft carrier USS Intrepid, now a National Historic Landmark, which served tours of duty in World War II and the Vietnam War, and was a recovery vessel for the Gemini and Mercury space missions. Welcoming over one million visitors annually, the Museum includes the Space Shuttle Pavilion, home to Enterprise, the world’s first space shuttle that paved the way for America’s successful Space Shuttle Program. On display are more than two dozen authentically restored aircraft, including the Lockheed A-12 Blackbird, the world’s fastest military jet and spy plane, and the British Airways Concorde, the fastest commercial aircraft to ever cross the Atlantic Ocean. The Museum also includes the submarine Growler, the only American diesel-powered strategic missile submarine open to the public; the Exploreum Interactive Hall, a fully interactive exhibit space; an 18,000 sq. ft. education center; and Pier 86, a publicly accessible pier that is part of the Hudson River Park Trust. The mission of the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum is to promote the awareness and understanding of history, science and service through its collections, exhibitions and programming in order to honor our heroes, educate the public and inspire our youth. The new Intrepid Museum is a unique journey filled with spectacular interactive exhibits and virtual, multi-sensory technology. The Intrepid Museum is a dynamic adventure for visitors of all ages and offers group packages, member benefits, birthday parties, special event packages and educational programs. Located at 12th Avenue and 46th Street, Intrepid is easy to get to by mass transit, car or water taxi. Learn more: http://www.intrepidmuseum.org/