An early morning opening at the Intrepid Museum offers a quieter look at the aircraft carrier and its exhibits before regular hours. This indoor visit is open to all ages, with admission covering the full day’s access to the museum’s decks and displays.
Ages 3–18Drop-in
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Access Family Program: Dressing for the Job: Intrepid Style (Children)
Intrepid Museum · Hell's Kitchen
At the Intrepid Museum, families explore how uniforms and workwear define roles aboard an aircraft carrier through the "Dressing for the Job: Intrepid Style" program. Designed for children, this hands-on session examines the practical and symbolic functions of attire worn by crew members. The program is included with museum admission and is best suited for kids ages 5–12, with activities held indoors at the venue.
Ages 5–17Drop-in
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Family Storytime: Ukulele Storytime!
NYPL Columbus Library · Hell's Kitchen
Join us for songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud books in this storytime that’s fun for young children 5 and under. Ideal for caregivers with multiple-aged children. No registration is required at this time.
Up to age 5Drop-in
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Space Explorers: The ISS Experience - New York
Eclipso NYC · Hell's Kitchen
⭐ Space Explorers: The ISS Experience is a virtual reality experience using 360° 3D footage shot by astronauts on real NASA missions. Travel 250 miles above Earth into the International Space Station (ISS) and discover what daily life in space is truly like. Walk alongside astronauts, admire breathtaking views of our planet and experience the vast immensity of the universe through spectacular 360 footage filmed in space. Highlights 🌌 Step inside the International Space Station in an immersive, free-roaming VR experience 📽 Witness the first-ever spacewalk captured in cinematic virtual reality 🛰 Explore a fully walkable 3D recreation of the International Space Station 👩🚀 Journey alongside real astronauts and discover what life is like in orbit 🌍 Take in breathtaking views of Earth captured during actual NASA missions 🚀 Experience an acclaimed immersive journey that brings the wonder of space closer than ever General Info: 🕒 Opening hours: 🔹 Monday: closed 🔹 Tuesday–Friday: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM (last entry 6:30 PM) 🔹 Saturday–Sunday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM (last entry 6:30 PM) Please arrive at your scheduled entry time. Doors open at the posted opening time, so guests in the first time slot do not need to arrive early. Late arrivals for the final time slot cannot be accommodated. ⏳ Duration: 40 minutes (including 10 minutes on-boarding) 📍 Location: Eclipso NYC: 555 West 57th Street (between 10th and 11th Avenue) 👤 Age requirement: 8+. Children must be accompanied by an adult ♿ Accessibility: the venue is ADA compliant. May not be suitable for individuals with balance or stability concerns. For safety, walkers and canes are not permitted during the experience, as headsets limit visibility. Wheelchairs are available upon request. Not recommended for individuals with heart conditions, epilepsy, and vertigo. 🎟 Ticket prices are the same online and at the door. The base price shown excludes service fees and applicable sales tax, which are added at checkout. To ensure availability, we encourage booking in advance online. 🚌 For large group bookings, like school groups, corporate or private events, please visit here 🎁 Gift memories to someone special! Purchase a gift card here
Ages 8+
movementFREE
Family Board Games
NYPL Columbus Library · Hell's Kitchen
Game on! Join us at the library to play board games with your family, friends, and librarians! For kids 6-12.