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Two iconic images in one view: Coney Island's world-famous Cyclone is seen as the Shuttle Enterprise sails by on a barge, on its way from JFK to Port Elizabeth, NJ, before heading for permanent place at the Intrepid.
Atlantis' Last Approach
Image Credit: ISS Expedition 28 Crew, NASA
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Are you exicted to see the Enterprise shuttle come to NYC?
NASA Administrator Charles Bolden will announce later Tuesday that the prototype Enterprise shuttle has been awarded to the Intrepid, sources said.
The decision follows months of aggressive lobbying from Sens. Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand.
Bolden, a four-time astronaut and retired Marine major general, will also announce where the retiring Discovery, Atlantis, Endeavour shuttles will go on display Tuesday afternoon.
The Intrepid plans to house the shuttle in a glass enclosure - and hopes that the exhibit will bring in more than 1 million visitors.
NASA estimates the cost of preparing and delivering the shuttles at $42 million each - cash the Intrepid hopes to raise through fund-raising efforts.
The shuttles are slated to be delivered sometime next year.
The Enterprise shuttle was a test model that flew, but never orbited space.
Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, Senator Chuck Schumer campaign in 2010 to land a shuttle for NYC. (Alvarez/News)
Built in 1976, the Enterprise was initially set to be named the Constitution. Star Trek fans inundated then-President Gerald Ford, pleading for a change to the Enterprise.
Ford, who served aboard the U.S.S. Enterprise supply ship during World War II, never mentioned the Trekkie effort in overriding NASA officials.
Ford said only he was "partial to the name."
The Intrepid Sea-Air-Space Museum on the Hudson's Pier 86 was up against tough competition from 20 other cities and institutions, including the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, Kennedy Space Center in Florida and the Johnson Space Center in Houston.
But "as the cultural and economic capital of our nation, New York City has the right stuff to best exhibit the shuttle," Gillibrand said.
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Reservations are required and booked by troop. Reservations are required and booked by troop.
June 12th - January 16th 27 Seconds - The Apollo I Tragedy New Exhibit Opening
27 Seconds - The Apollo I TragedyView details When: June 12 - January 16, 2011 This special exhibit tells the story of the 1967 Apollo 1 tragedy when, during routine tests, fire engulfed the command capsule and took the lives of astronauts Virgil “Gus” Grissom, Edward White and Roger Chaffee. Through rare photographs, artifacts and narrative, the exhibit explores this pivotal event, which riveted the attention of a heartbroken nation, set new standards of heroism and service to our country and changed the course of space exploration in America. October 2nd & 3rd Weekend Demonstrations Weekend Demonstrations View details When:
October 2nd - 12:00pm, 1:30pm, 3:30pm
October 3rd - 11:00am-1:00pm, 2:00pm-4:00pm On Saturdays, you can meet an educator in our 27 Seconds exhibit gallery to learn more about our temporary exhibit through tours of 27 Seconds and The Hangar Deck as well as a hands-on learning lesson on our Discovery Deck in the Exploreum. And on Sundays, families are invited to drop by the Discovery Deck for arts, crafts and experiments designed around the four Exploreum themes: sea, air, space and life at sea. All weekend demonstrations are free of charge and designed for families with school-aged children. October 9th Operation Slumber Overnights Operation Slumber Overnights View details When: Saturday, October 9, 2010
The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum will be hosting "Operation Slumber" overnight visits for families, organized youth groups and their chaperones. Ideal for scouts troops, school and camp groups, this event is a great way for young people to experience life aboard the Intrepid. Operation Slumber is now available for individual bookings! Discounted pricing for groups and members are available. October 16th Girl Scout Day at Intrepid! Girl Scout Day at Intrepid When: Saturday, October 16, 2010
Learn what it takes to be a real life HERO! Earn requirements towards your First Aid, Safety First and Aerospace badges with the following activities:
Contact our Group Sales Department at (646) 381-5010 or[email protected] to make your reservation for Girl Scout Day aboard the Intrepid! October 23rd Operation Slumber Overnights Operation Slumber Overnights View details When: Saturday, October 23, 2010
The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum will be hosting "Operation Slumber" overnight visits for families, organized youth groups and their chaperones. Ideal for scouts troops, school and camp groups, this event is a great way for young people to experience life aboard the Intrepid. Operation Slumber is now available for individual bookings! Discounted pricing for groups and members are available. October 30th & 31st Hauntings on the Hudson Hauntings on the Hudson When: October 30 - 31st
Boo! Visit the Intrepid Museum Complex during our “spooktacular” Halloween festival, featuring a variety of seasonal fun. Included in this years' Halloween festivities is a Pumpkin Patch, kids can come into the Museum pick a pumpkin and paint spooky, scary faces on there pumpkin. While you are there stop by and get your face painted with special Halloween themed designs!
Halloween fun with the Pumpkin Carver!
Join us at Intrepid on October 28th & 29th as we watch pumpkin-carving artist create a unique pumpkin for the Intrepid out of a 500lb pumpkin!
Special Halloween Offer!
Visitors who come in costume on October 31st will receive a special discount. 50% off general admission to the Intrepid Museum just by showing up in costume! November 11th Veterans Day Veterans Day When: November 11, 2010
Honor our heroes, past and present, by joining us for our annual Veterans Day ceremony held on the Flight Deck of Intrepid. November 13th Boy Scout Day at Intrepid Boy Scout Day at Intrepid When: Saturday, November 13, 2010
Learn what it takes to be a real life HERO! Earn requirements towards different merit badges and belt loops with the following activities:
Contact our Group Sales Department at (646) 381-5010 or[email protected] to make your reservation for Boy Scout Day aboard the Intrepid! November 20th Operation Slumber Overnights Operation Slumber Overnights View details When: Saturday, November 20, 2010
The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum will be hosting "Operation Slumber" overnight visits for families, organized youth groups and their chaperones. Ideal for scouts troops, school and camp groups, this event is a great way for young people to experience life aboard the Intrepid. Operation Slumber is now available for individual bookings! Discounted pricing for groups and members are available. December 11th Operation Slumber Overnights Operation Slumber Overnights View details When: Saturday, December 11, 2010
The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum will be hosting "Operation Slumber" overnight visits for families, organized youth groups and their chaperones. Ideal for scouts troops, school and camp groups, this event is a great way for young people to experience life aboard the Intrepid. Operation Slumber is now available for individual bookings! Discounted pricing for groups and members are available. February 19th - February 27th Kids Week Kids Week 2011 When: February 19-27, 2011
Come in from the cold and get in on some unforgettable, educational family fun! Dynamic, interactive exhibits in our Exploreum Hall and a host of fun-filled, hands-on activities from our partners offer something for every member of your family - every day of the week - inside Intrepid during Kids Week 2011. From special guests and activities galore to our spectacular flight simulators and multimedia technology, Kids Week is action packed and filled with excitement. Each day features entertaining activities from local organizations and venues your kids will love.
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A reddish sheen reported this morning on the Hudson River has been determined to be red tide outbreak, an accumulation of bacteria whose dense concentration turns the affected water a reddish brown in color, U.S. Coast Guard officials announced this afternoon. The sheen — which stretched from the vicinity of the USS Intrepid Museum to Hoffman Island, a distance of 9.5 miles — was reported at around 7 a.m. this morning and a Coast Guard investigation team was dispatched to the scene, officials said. The determination of a red tide outbreak was made by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection working through the Hudson Regional Health Commission. The algae concentration is moving from north to south, slowly drifting down the harbor and out to sea, officials said. The naturally occurring algae bloom is a common event in coastal waters throughout the world. This phenomenon is a potential health hazard to boaters and swimmers if they ingest tainted water. The concentrated algae also can deplete oxygen in affected waters resulting in fish kills. The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection and the Hudson Regional Health Commission recommends boaters and swimmers avoid the red tide and thoroughly wash all articles that come into contact. A similar sheen was reported in Long Island Sound approximately three miles south of Jones Beach Inlet.'Red tide' in Hudson River represents potential danger to fish and boaters, officials announce
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Vikings on Megan Ann (c) Bernard Ente 2009 10:00 AM – Parade of tugs from Pier 84 to the start line near 79th Street Boat Basin. 10:30 AM – Race starts – From 79th Street Boat Basin to Pier 84 – one nautical mile. 11 AM – Nose to nose pushing contests and line toss competition. Noon – Tugs tie up to Pier 84 for lunch and awards ceremony. 1 PM – Awards ceremony. Tugs depart at about 2 PM. ALL DAY – Exhibits on the pier from maritime organizations, the towing industry, maritime museums, USCG, PANYNJ and other maritime government organizations. Plus activities for kids, maritime skill demos, music and more.
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Air Force Week at Intrepid
Join us at Intrepid as we welcome Air Force Week in New York City!
From August 24th through August 27th, Intrepid’s pier will be lined with displays and interactives from the Air Force. In addition, there will be a helicopter landing on the flight deck and on Aug 27th, the Air Force is presenting a special free movie screening of Iron Man at Intrepid. Come out and show your support to the fine men and women of the Air Force.Schedule of Activities 
Tuesday, August 24 Time Event Location 10:00AM- 5PM Air Force Pier Displays
Pier 86 3:00PM Air Force Band Performance by Max Impact
Max Impact fuses the elements of contemporary music from today's hip-hop, pop and urban sounds-and everything in between. Max Impact brings together the musical styles of today's top artists like Destiny's Child, Maroon 5 and Christina Aguilera. Original Max Impact songs are also regularly featured as the band strives to fire up Airmen with pride in service and a renewed commitment to excellence.Pier 86 Wednesday, August 25 Time Event Location 10:00AM- 5PM Air Force Pier Displays
Pier 86 11:00AM- 2PM Helo landing on Flight Deck, followed by public visitation Flight Deck 12:00PM Air Force Band of Northeast Performance
The mission of the Air National Guard Band of the Northeast is to provide musical support for Air Force and Air National Guard units, Department of Defense sponsored events, community and public events, and recruiting efforts. Through music, a message is conveyed to the public promoting patriotism and the American way of life.Pier 86 3:00PM Air Force Band Performance by Afterburner
Afterburner is the United States Air Force Band of Liberty's high energy rock band. This six member group brings an explosive blend of classic rock, pop, and R&B to their dynamic stage shows. The members of this versatile group are all active duty military and are based out of Hanscom Air Force Base, Massachusetts. They have appeared on national TV, headlined major festivals, and opened for artists such as Charlie Daniels, The Commodores, The Subdudes, The Fabulous Thunderbirds and Gretchen Wilson.Pier 86 Thursday, August 26 Time Event Location 10:00AM- 5PM Air Force Pier Displays
Pier 86 11:00AM Air Force Band of the Northeast Performance
The mission of the Air National Guard Band of the Northeast is to provide musical support for Air Force and Air National Guard units, Department of Defense sponsored events, community and public events, and recruiting efforts. Through music, a message is conveyed to the public promoting patriotism and the American way of life.Pier 86 2:30PM Air Force Drill Team Performance
The Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team is the traveling component of the USAF Honor Guard and inspires Air Force awareness among military and civilian audiences through its complex drill routine. In all they do, the Drill Team personifies the integrity, discipline, teamwork, and professionalism of every Airman and every Air Force mission. During the Air Force Honor Guard's 60-year history, the Drill Team has performed in every state of the union and many countries abroad.Pier 86 3:00PM Air Force Band Performance by Max Impact
Max Impact fuses the elements of contemporary music from today's hip-hop, pop and urban sounds-and everything in between. Max Impact brings together the musical styles of today's top artists like Destiny's Child, Maroon 5 and Christina Aguilera. Original Max Impact songs are also regularly featured as the band strives to fire up Airmen with pride in service and a renewed commitment to excellence.Pier 86 Friday, August 27 Time Event Location 7:30PM Air Force Movie Night: Iron Man
Join Intrepid in celebrating some of our favorite heroes from the movies with our 2nd annual Intrepid Summer Movie Series. Bring your lawn chairs, picnic baskets and blankets. Guests are encouraged to bring their own food, snacks and non-alcoholic beverages, however no outside alcohol is permitted. Doors open at 7:30PM, film begins at sunset, weather permitting. Space is limited. For details visit:http://www.intrepidmuseum.org/Summer-Movie-Series.aspxFlight Deck
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