ASL Interpretation at Intrepid Museum Kids Week

Join us for Kids Week, where children of all ages can explore the world of STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and math) through a range of thrilling activities! Explore engaging displays and exhibits, witness captivating live animal shows, participate in hands-on workshops, enjoy performances by special guests and experience interactive demonstrations designed to educate and ignite curiosity.

Families and individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing are invited to attend Intrepid Museum Kids Week for free on February 15, 18 and 21! American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation will be provided for demonstrations, workshops and performances throughout each day. Advance registration is required for free admission.

• Sunday, February 15: Aerospace
• Wednesday, February 18: Arts & Culture
• Saturday, February 21: Nature & STEM

See Agenda section below for Main Stage presentations with ASL interpretation. ASL interpreters may also be available for additional talks and interactions around the Museum between stage presentations.

Visit our website to view the full schedule of Kids Week or learn more about the Intrepid Museum's Accessibility Resources.

What if I am not deaf or hard of hearing?

Kids Week is open to all visitors with general admission tickets. You can learn more about public Kids Week programming and purchase tickets visiting the Kids Week page.

Intrepid Museum members also have access to behind-the-scenes opportunities and priority lines. Learn more about becoming a member by visiting the Membership page.

Can ASL students register?

Students learning American Sign Language are welcome to attend any of our ASL-interpreted Kids Week programming but are not eligible for this free admission.

What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?

Please visit our Visitor Information page for directions. There is no parking available at the Museum.

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

Please email [email protected] or call 646-381-5158.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

No, but if you can bring a paper or digital copy of your ticket it expedites the check-in process!

Access programs at the Intrepid Museum are generously supported by The FAR Fund, the J.E. & Z.B. Butler Foundation, Frank J. Antun Foundation and The Barker Welfare Foundation. The Museum’s Access programs are supported, in part, by the Institute of Museum and Library Services, public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council, and the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.

Info: Launching a space shuttle takes some science, engineering, and a whole lot of rocket fuel. Explore how space shuttles got into space and, more importantly, how they got astronauts home safely, during this interactive demonstration.

Info: Hear from NASA Astronaut Jasmin Moghbeli about her time in space! Moghbeli was selected as a NASA astronaut in 2017 and launched to the International Space Station as Commander of NASA’s SpaceX Crew-7 mission on August 26, 2023. There, she spent over six months conducting experiments, including a spacewalk to service the ISS’s solar array rotation system. Moghbeli is a New York native who earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace Engineering with Information Technology at MIT, and a Master of Science in Engineering Science degree in Aerospace Engineering from the Naval Postgraduate School.

Info: Discover what it takes to be part of the Thunderbirds, including the incredible work behind our aerial demonstrations. Meet our team members and learn about the diverse careers that contribute to making the Thunderbirds the world’s premier aerial demonstration team.

Info: Hear from NASA Astronaut Jasmin Moghbeli as she talks about her time in space with former NASA Astronaut Mike Massimino. Moghbeli served as the Commander of NASA’s SpaceX Crew-7 mission and spent over six months conducting experiments, including a spacewalk to service the ISS’s solar array rotation system. This presentation will be livestreamed.

Info: Learn about the stories people long ago have seen in the stars and how they inspired the naming of the Gemini space capsule.

Info: Gazillion Bubble Show is the most UnBUBBLElievable show on earth! This mind-blowing show combines the beauty of bubble artistry with the wonders of soapy science!

Info: Gazillion Bubble Show is the most UnBUBBLElievable show on earth! This mind-blowing show combines the beauty of bubble artistry with the wonders of soapy science!

Info: Learn what would happen if an astronaut forgot their space suit in the vacuum of space in this interactive demonstration.

Info: Sing and dance with Disney on Broadway's teaching artists, as they lead you through the movement and music from Disney's THE LION KING and ALADDIN on Broadway!

Info: The Case of the Missing Creature. There's a creature on the loose, and it's up to our hero to find it. Join detective Mystery Max as he searches for clues to find the missing creature, a real life animal with amazing characteristics! The audience will sing songs and call out to help Max find the missing creature and solve the case. Along the way we'll learn about the scientific method and everyone will laugh along with this traditional hand puppet show.

Info: Meet two live ocean invertebrates and learn about the threats they face, as well as their crucial role in maintaining healthy ecosystems.

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