Cost:
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$625* for 2 hours & 15 child guests & birthday child
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Additional child guests: $20 each. No cost for adults
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Max 35 guests, child + adults
*DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE FOR STEAM MEMBERS & ABOVE
Days & Times:
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Saturdays & Sundays, per availability
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11:30am - 1:30pm or 3:00-5:00pm
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Includes 1 hour of science activities & 1 hour for pizza (provided by SMLI) & dessert (note: cake/dessert not included)
*Families may arrive up to 30 minutes prior to party start time.
Includes:
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SMLI Educator to facilitate themed activities (based on the theme of your choosing)
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Party Assistant to assist with set-up & clean-up
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Pizza & Juice/Water for all child guests (please note: cake/dessert not included)
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An SMLI color changing cup for each child guest
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Basic Paper Goods (tablecloths, plates, utensils, cups, napkins)
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A special gift for the birthday child from SMLI
Add-Ons:
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Additional pizza for adult guests: $28 per pie
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Visit from an SMLI Animal Friend: $50
For additional information/questions, view our FAQ section below.
PARTY THEMES
Meet SMLI's live animal friends! This party features a live animal presentation of 4-5 animals. Your child & their guests will learn about their unique adaptations, ask questions & pet each animal (should they wish too)! Typical animals include: rabbit, snake, tortoise, lizards, chinchilla, etc.
Calling all Junior Paleontologists! If you love dinosaurs, then this is the party for you! Your child & their guests will visit our Paleontology Lab to observe and work on real fossils, followed by making a Clay Fossil Imprint of their own to take home!
Let's mix up a concoction of colors! Discover how we can change chemicals from one color to another by mixing them together. See the hidden rainbow inside all white light. Create a UV color changing necklace to take the rainbow home.
Let's get messy with science of slime making. You and your guests will learn how slime is make using liquid plastics and household chemicals. Afterwards, get creative while you customize your own slime to take home!
Make Your Birthday Party Extra Special with Our Curated Gifts!
Explore our carefully curated selection of items designed to match your birthday party themes, available at the SMLI Gift Shop! You can purchase these items online in advance, and we'll have them ready for you on the day of your party. Prefer last-minute shopping? No problem—our gift shop will have these items available for purchase on the day of your celebration too! Click the link below to see the selection we have in stock and thank you for celebrating with us!
BIRTHDAY PARTIES
SMLI's science parties are the best way to celebrate your child's birthday. Each party features hands-on science activities and exciting demonstrations based on the theme of your choosing.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Can I see the party space before booking?
Tours to see our facility are by appointment only and can be scheduled Monday-Friday.
How many children/guests are included in the price?
Our base price ($625) includes up to 15 child guests & the birthday child. There is no cost for adults. Additional child guests are $22 each.
Can I have more than 15 children? What is the max?
Our space capacity is 35 guests, including children & adults. Additional child guests are $22 each. The official head-count is conducted during the party to ensure your balance reflects the number of children present. Please note: we recommend inviting no more than 25 child guests.
Can I have more than 35 guests?
Our space can accommodate up to 35 people, including the birthday family and all child/adult guests.
Can our guests tour the museum during the party?
SMLI is not an exhibit based museum. Your adult guests will have access to the first floor, while your child and their guests enjoy their science activities in one of our classroom spaces. Only one party takes place at a time at SMLI. Your guests are welcome to enjoy the grounds/trails after your party is complete.
How long is the party?
Your reservation allots 2 hours for the party itself, and 30 minutes for pre-party set-up. All guests will need to vacate Norwood House by the party end time (1:30pm & 5:00pm).
Is food/beverages included?
Our parties include pizza, juice & water for all attending child guests. Additional pizza for adult guests may be purchased ($28 per pie) both when booking your party, or added on to your booking up to 3 days before your party date.
Can I bring my own food?
With the exception of cake/dessert options, outside food is not permitted. Additional pizza can be ordered for $28 a pie for any adult guests. Requests for additional pies must be made no less than 3 days prior to the party date.
When can I arrive? Can I bring decorations?
Families may arrive up to 30 minutes prior to the party start time, and can park in SMLI's staff parking lot. The party space will be pre-decorated with tablecloths and a Happy Birthday banner upon your arrival. Simple additional table-top decor can be brought in. NO BALLOONS ALLOWED. Due to the historic nature of the building, no decorations may be taped to the walls/windows or hung from the ceilings. Please limit decorations to simple table-top decor.
What if I need to change the date/cancel my party?
Changes to the date of a party within 4 weeks of the event are subject to availability and a $100 admin fee. Cancellations will receive a 50% credit if made within 4 weeks prior to scheduled party date. Credits can be used towards any future SMLI booking/workshop/event.