Look who's here! Say hi to our newest employee, a REAL RS-25 rocket engine that was used for testing on the space shuttle, on display from July 21 - September 2 as a part of our latest exhibition, Apollo: When We Went to the Moon.
On this day in 1969, 530 million people were glued to their television sets when #Apollo11 blasted off from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida and headed for the Moon.
To further explore what led up to this momentous moment visit our latest exhibition, Apollo: When We Went to the Moon on display in our Space Shuttle Pavilion now through September 2, 2024.
Step inside the Intrepid Museum's collections storage with our very own Jenn Milani to see how we care for and maintain our artifacts.
If you have Intrepid artifacts you'd like to donate, e-mail our Exhibitions department at [email protected]!
Two aircraft are better than one. Learn how the North Vietnamese used "High/Low pairs" and different camouflage patterns to gain the upper hand during battle.
#ArtOfTheFlightDeck #IntrepidMuseum #FlightDeck #MiG17 #MiG21
Aircraft of the Month is BACK, and this month we're looking at the T-38 Talon! Did you know that every single astronaut from the first space flight until today has trained on a T-38 Talon? #AircraftOfTheMonth #IntrepidMuseum #FlightDeck #NASA #T38Talon
Prepare for #SharkWeek by learning how our Aircraft Restoration team will repaint, and perhaps widen 👀, the F-8K Crusader's shark mouth. 🦈 #planespotting #nycmuseums
Happy Fourth of July, everyone! 🎆
Here is a menu from a special Independence Day meal that was served aboard Intrepid. If you plan on celebrating the holiday with us, please be advised that the Museum will be open today from 10:00am - 5:00pm with the last entry at 4:00pm.
Let us know what you're feasting on today! ⤵️
"So the summer of 1990, the phone rings... and the question is, how quickly can you get to the Middle East?" Nearly 30 years after flying his F-16 in the Gulf War, Brigadier General Mike Hall - call sign Magic - came to Intrepid and was reunited with his aircraft that has returned to his specific livery.
Imagine you're in space, and an oxygen tank explodes. With the help of mission control, it takes four days to make it back home, "pulling off a minor miracle." This is the story of Apollo 13 Astronaut Fred Haise.
Watch the harrowing tale unfold in the movie Apollo 13 on the big screen tomorrow on #Intrepid's flight deck. #FreeFriday #MovieNight
This letter from an Intrepid sailor to his mother during World War II captures the long-lasting psychological impact of combat.
On PTSD Awareness Day, we honor the individuals who endure the silent fight of nurturing their mental health while dealing with the lifelong effects of their time in service.
If you or a loved one is struggling with PTSD and need help, call the National Mental Health Hotline. 866-903-3787
What is Fred Haise's favorite movie? The answer will (not) surprise you. We asked famed Apollo 13 astronaut five questions ahead of this Friday's Movie Night where we showcase the film based on his experience, Apollo 13. #apollo13
ASTRO LIVE: Conversation with Apollo 13 Astronaut Fred Haise - June 2024
ASTRO LIVE: Conversation with Apollo 13 Astronaut Fred Haise - June 2024
"Houston, we've had a problem (here)..." The words that no astronaut wants to hear, but were infamously uttered during NASA's ill-fated Apollo 13 mission and later immortalized in the 1995 film.
Astronaut Fred Haise served as lunar module pilot for the mission, which was originally scheduled to be a ten-day trip to the Fra Mauro region of the moon. Approximately 55 hours into the flight, the service module’s cryogenic oxygen system ruptured, causing the flight plan to change dramatically. Haise and fellow crewmen James A. Lovell and John L. Swigert worked closely with Houston ground controllers to convert their lunar module "Aquarius" into an emergency lifeboat, conserving both the electrical power and water needed to ensure their survival and safe return trip back to Earth.
Hear from legendary astronaut Fred Haise, in conversation with former NASA Astronaut Mike Massimino, as he reflects on his experiences as Apollo 13’s lunar module pilot.
#TeamIntrepid wishes you a happy #NationalSelfieDay! 🤳 #selfie #intrepidmuseum
This past weekend, we honored the recently deceased Lieutenant (Junior Grade) George Konow with a special flag-raising ceremony. LTJG Konow served aboard USS Intrepid from 1962-1963 as a US Navy helicopter pilot. He was known for facing the demands of naval aviation and approaching urban helicopter operations with resolve and integrity. After leaving the navy George Konow flew helicopters for New York Airways.
George returned to Intrepid as a Museum volunteer from its opening in 1982 to 2020. George also served as Flag Program Chairman for the Former Crew Members Association. We thank George Konow for his service and lifelong commitment to Intrepid, freedom and our nation.
How Operation Slumber connects music with veterans
The last time Michael Ponder was on Pier 86, he was in his crew member uniform. Now, as a part of Operation Encore, he plays with other veterans in using the healing power of music to spread his message of "do good, feel good, repeat."
After completing his military duties, Tom Harrington was afraid to ask for help, but thanks to his service dog Boomer, he has found a new “leash” on life. Here's how America's VetDogs and the Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind transformed Tom's mental and physical health.
Anyone else already missing #FleetWeekNYC? Fleet Week New York
Happy Pride, everyone! 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ #Pride #pridemonth
A week can go by in the blink of an eye. #FleetWeekNYC #IntrepidMuseum
