Set-up
Parents may have access to the Party Room for set up 30 minutes prior to the scheduled party reservation.

Party Host Responsibilities
The party host will supply tablecloths, napkins, plates, cups, utensils, decorations, party favors, cake, refreshments, candles and matches.

Party Favors
Party favors may be purchased through our Museum Store by calling 203-372-3521 x125. Please give at least 3 weeks notice.

Guest Arrival
Plan on having your guests arrive at least five, but not more than fifteen minutes prior to your scheduled party time.

Adult/Chaperone Attendee Parameters
All parties with the exception of WonderKids are “drop off parties”. Two adult chaperones are admitted free of charge. Additional adult chaperones are charged an additional fee.

Guest Greetings
The admissions staff will direct parents to the party room where they can drop off their child. Your Party Guide will assist in greeting your guests in the party room and will take attendance.

Party Schedule
Your group will assemble in the party room where your Party Guide will direct your chosen party activity for the allocated time of one hour. Once your activity is complete, Parents/Chaperones will direct the refreshments and gift opening portion of the party. General admission to the exhibits and public planetarium shows is permitted after the party end-time.

Party End-Time
The party room must be cleaned of garbage, food and party decorations, and vacated within 20 minutes after the designated ending time on your contract.

Payment
Fees are due in full and payable upon booking your party in order to hold your date. $50 of your full party payment is a non-refundable, non-transferable deposit/processing fee. The remainder of your party payment is refundable with a minimum of at least two weeks notice of cancellation. No refunds are given for cancellations with less than two weeks notice. There is an additional $50 charge for rescheduling the date or time of your party. Payment for additional guests must be made at least two weeks prior to your scheduled party date.

In the case of inclement weather, please call the museum for closings or delayed openings. If your party is cancelled due to a museum closing or delayed opening, we will reschedule your party or refund your deposit.

Select a theme from the list below. We are sure to have the perfect science project for your child’s birthday.

Our staff will plan and direct all science activities for 1 hour. When it’s all over, your child and his or her guests will have some great memories, a fun project to take home and a little extra science knowledge.

Admission to the museum after the party ending time is also included.
We ask that you allow 1-1/2 hours for WonderKids
parties and 2 hours for Explorers parties.

Jr. Explorers (ages 7 and up)
Allow 2 hours

Things that Fly
Choose your favorite high-flying theme: airplanes, kites, rockets, or insects.

Bubble Mania
There’s a surprising amount of science (and fun) in a simple soap bubble.

Jr. CSI
We’re all set for the party, but someone stole the balloons. Become a junior detective and help us solve this crime!

Explorers (ages 8 and up)
Allow 2 hours

Spa Science
Learn a bit of basic chemistry as you mix up some great bath and beauty products.

Mad Scientist
Slime, gak, ooze and other concoctions make this party a hit with young wizards.

Light Fantastic
After experimenting with light and mirrors, kids will make their own kaleidoscope.

Fees:
$250 up to 15
$225 Members
$15 each additional guest
(20 max)
2 free adult chaperones
$5each additional adult

Star Gazer
Suitable for Age 10 and up

Learn a bit of optics then build your very own telescope that really works!

Fees: $300 up to 15 max
$270 Members
2 free adult chaperones; $5 each additional adult

A Day In Space
Suitable for Ages 7-9
Make some fun toys and test them in our Space Lab. Each party will include a custom mission patch created by the birthday child.

Fees: $250 up to 15
$225 Members
$12 each additional guest (20 max)
1 free adult chaperone; $12 each additional adult

Challenger Learning Center Party