Space Shuttle Pavillion
9.7 • Museum
Space shuttle and space modules occupy a spacious, tidy hangar built on an aircraft carrier deck, creating a unique museum environment. The atmosphere is educational and family-friendly, with interactive VR simulators and volunteers sharing historical insights. Visitors often spend several hours exploring exhibits that combine spaceflight history with legendary aircraft displays.
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"It's a great kid-friendly place for learning and fun."
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"I found the exhibits and information about the shuttle program really interesting."
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"The virtual reality experience here is very good."
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Good to know
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Today was free Friday so there was no cost to enter after 5 PM.
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Kids week is a special time that enhances the fun for kids.
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There is a movie, E.T., on the deck of the Intrepid at dusk.
Pier 86, 12th Ave & W 46th St, New York, NY, United States
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