Landing in NYC – Neil Armstrong’s 50th Anniversary
Published: July 12th, 2019This month marks the 50th Anniversary of Neil Armstrong landing on the moon. “That’s one small step for a man, one giant leap for mankind.”
Come celebrate this remarkable achievement at the Library Hotel with our Landing in NYC package…
Library Hotel’s Landing in NYC package
Start your celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Neil Armstrong’s moon landing here at Library Hotel. We are offering our Landing in NYC package all year in celebration of this wonderful occasion. Our package includes:
- 2 tickets to the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum Complex
- Copy of “First Man, The Life of Neil A. Armstrong” By James R. Hansen
- Savoring astronaut food
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Also, try some of our other packages at our sister properties, such as the Monkey Business package at Hotel Elysée. Read more here: Monkey Business at Hotel Elysée
Carnegie Hall – We Chose to Go to the Moon
Ever hear a 30-piece orchestra, Broadway singers, and also view stunning images and film from NASA from the moon landing? Well, Carnegie Hall will do this all of this! The world-famous hall will have two such performances, titled “We Chose to Go to the Moon,” to commemorate Neil Armstrong’s 50th Anniversary of landing on the moon. The first performance will be on July 16, which will correspond to Apollo 11’s launch into space. A second performance on July 20 will correspond to the landing on the moon. Also attending the July 16 performance will be Mark and Kali Armstrong (son and granddaughter of Neil Armstrong). They will perform “Flight of Fancy,” a song dedicated to Neil Armstrong. Find more information here: We Chose to Go to the Moon
Brooklyn Museum – Pierre Cardin: Future Fashion
Space can also be associated with everyday life, from fashion and furniture to even architecture. July 20 will also be the opening of the Pierre Cardin: Future Fashion gallery at the Brooklyn Museum. Pierre Cardin is renowned for his Space-age, futuristic couture style in fashion, furniture, and architecture. He also ventures into jewelry and perfumes. Find more information here: Pierre Cardin: Future Fashion
New York Hall of Science – Apollo, A Party!
Finally, the New York Hall of Science has a special event, Apollo, A Party!, on July 20 from 7 – 10 pm. Celebrate Neil Armstrong’s landing on the moon with some space-themed food, drinks, and music. You can also stargaze and operate a replica of the Mars Rover, along with many other interactive activities. Also, check out a special screening of Apollo 11: First Steps Edition while you are there. Find more information here: Apollo, A Party!
Need any assistance getting tickets, planning transportation, or would like additional recommendations? Contact our concierge teams at Hotel Elysée, Casablanca Hotel, Library Hotel, or Hotel Giraffe for assistance!