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 collections@intrepidmuseum.org!
Intrepid Museum
Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
New York, NY 5,312 followers
Be curious. Be inspired. Be intrepid.
About us
The Intrepid Museum, a private non-profit, holds a special place in New York City’s cultural landscape. 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 to 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.
- Website
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http://intrepidmuseum.org
External link for Intrepid Museum
- Industry
- Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- New York, NY
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1982
Locations
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Primary
One Intrepid Square
12th Avenue & 46th Street
New York, NY 10036, US
Employees at Intrepid Museum
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Jeremy Carrine
Campus Recruiting Leader | Talent Acquisition
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Dara Gross
Senior Group Sales Representative at Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
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Larry Finch
Senior analyst/Project Manager at Cantara Sciences
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Marc Lowitz
Senior Vice President, Business Development at Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
Updates
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We are honored to announce that Charlotte Martin, director of Access Initiatives and Lynda Kennedy, vice president of Education & Evaluation, have co-authored a chapter in the recently published book Evaluating Accessibility in Museums: A Practical Guide. Demonstrating their commitment to accessibility, Charlotte and Lynda outline how our Museum staff has actively sought input from people with disabilities through project partnerships, advisory groups, and the use of new technologies. 📘 : https://bit.ly/4bIWEJJ
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We are saddened by the passing of Joe Engle at the age of 91. A pioneering astronaut, Engle made history by becoming the first to fly two different winged vehicles in space. Engle served on Apollo missions and played a crucial role as the test astronaut for the space shuttle Enterprise, validating its ability to glide and land safely. Over his incredible career, Engle logged nine days, eight hours, and 30 minutes in space, circling Earth 149 times. With Engle's death, all 12 pilots who flew the X-15 are now deceased. We remember and appreciate his significant contributions to space exploration. 📷 : @NASA
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That's one small step for man, one giant leap for Museum-kind. Prepare to blast off into the makings of the first-ever Space Race through our newest exhibit, Apollo: When We Went to the Moon, open now until September 2, 2024! https://bit.ly/3ut26kn
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Pleased to share this new contribution to literature on #accessibility in museums! Edited by Laureen Trainer, and including a chapter on how evaluation has helped lower barriers at #IntrepidMuseum, co-written by Charlotte Martin and me. Many other great chapters from professionals in all kinds of museum settings are included to inspire efforts toward welcoming everyone.
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Strike a pose! We're hosting a Sensory Friendly Evening for teens (14+) and adults with autism or sensory sensitivities and their friends and family on July 10 at 5:00pm. Experience the Intrepid Museum without the crowds for a special photography workshop led by teaching artists from the Josephine Herrick Project. Bring your own device or borrow an instant camera to explore exhibits and take your own photos! Learn more: https://bit.ly/4cNJhZu
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As July marks the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), we join disabled advocates and their allies across the country in celebrating and honoring Disability Pride. At the Intrepid Museum, we recognize the ADA as an essential baseline. Through programming, exhibition design and the visitor experience, we strive to foster multisensory and inclusive experiences for all visitors, partners, staff and volunteers. Read more: https://bit.ly/4cMphXa
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Congratulations to our Director of Access Initiatives Charlotte Martin who received The Kennedy Center Leadership Exchange in Arts and Disability (LEAD) Community Asset Award! 🎉 This award recognizes the achievements of cultural arts administrators or organizations that continually demonstrate success with access initiatives, improving accessibility in their organization, city, state or region. https://bit.ly/45Gw5n1
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Congratulations to Intrepid Museum 's Navigator Interns! These Techs of Tomorrow created virtual explorations of historic spaces, objects and exhibitions which can be shared or explored on a VR headset. So cool! Pics from rehearsing their presentations: #NASA #IntrepidMuseum #History #STEM #aerospace Eli Fisher Jennifer Elliott
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#TeamIntrepid wishes you a happy #NationalSelfieDay! 🤳