Birthday Party FAQs
Booking A Party
Choose the theme you think your child will enjoy the most! All of them include both a science demonstration and a hands-on activity.
That is OK! The ages next to each theme are recommendations. Themes recommended for younger children are simpler while the ones recommended for older children are more complex.
Our two party rooms hold the same amount of people but are located in different parts of our museum and have different footprints. You are welcome to come look at them during regular business hours. Please keep in mind our last admission is one hour before close. We encourage you to call ahead to make sure it is available for viewing.
The maximum amount of children allowed is 30. Every child over the 20 included is an additional $10 which can be paid for on the day of the party at the front desk. We limit the number to a max of 30 due to the size of the room and the staff we have available.
If you have more than 20 please let your party host know as soon as you arrive because they will only set up enough materials for 20 unless told otherwise.
Adults and children under 3 are not counted in the 25# since they will not be participating in the activities. We encourage adults to join the party and help their children with the fun activities!
The best way to reach us is via email, but please don’t hesitate to call! Due to being a non-profit we only keep a small staff so that we can give as much back to the community as possible. We apologize if that means a delay in us answering any inquires and we thank you for your patience.
Optional Add-Ons
Our fire show is a 15-min show done at the end of your party in our Discovery Stage. It is $25 for the entire party and it involves colored flames, a fire tornado and our whoosh bottle experiment!
Reptile Round-Up is a 15-minute show done at the end of your party. It involves one of our reptile friends and a member of staff who will talk about their native environment, diet, and other interesting facts about them!
We have the option of either a tortoise or a bearded dragon. If you have a preference please add it to the note section during booking. Reptile friend availability is not guaranteed and may need to be switched on the day of due to the condition of the animal.
Our goody bags are $5 each and can be purchased online with your party booking or at our front desk on the day of your party. The contain a bouncy ball, a squishy toy, a mood pencil, bubbles and slime! Any additional toys can be purchased at a normal rate from our gift shop.
Preparing For Your Visit
We do NOT provide silverware, plates, food, or drinks. You must bring plates, napkins, and plasticware with you.
You are welcome to bring any food, cake, or drinks that you would like. This does not include alcohol. If you are having food delivered, please let your party host know so they can alert the front desk.
There will be time to eat during the second hour of your party so please plan accordingly.
Yes! You are welcome to bring balloons, streamers, themed tablecloths, ect. We provide tablecloths in our Sci-Tech colors if you would like to use them. Any decorations you wish to keep must be removed at the end of the party or they will be disposed of by the staff after your alotted time.
We do NOT allow confetti, piñatas, sparklers, poppers or any other decorations that can scatter materials onto the floor.
Once you book your party you will receive an email from do_not_reply@versaiwebservices.com that includes your paid receipt. At the bottom of this email is additional information and a link to your E-Vites.
If you haven’t received an email, please check your spam folder. If it is still not there then please contact us.
Recommended party timeline: (Duration 2 hours)
- 1 Hour free play
- 15- 20 minutes of themed experiments
- 30 minutes for food & cake (Not included)
- Optional show or more free play
If you would like to make changes to the party schedule please speak to your Party Host upon arrival. You may have access to your party room 15 minutes before your party start time to set up.
We recommend 1 1/2- 2 hours at our museum. The floor is self-guided, hands-on, STEM exploration so you will be able to go at your own pace! You and your guests can have access to the museum before or after your two-hour allotted party time during regular museum hours.
Day Of
We are located in Suite 100 on your left once you have entered the main doors. Please check-in at our front desk and the staff will direct you to your party room and provide a cart for you if necessary.
You can arrive 15 min prior to your party. If you arrive at the museum earlier there is no guarantee that you will be able to gain entrance to your party room.
At the end of your two hour time slot your guests will be asked to leave the party room so the party hosts can prepare for the next party. They are welcome to remain within the museum during regular musuem hours.
The birthday child’s family will be allowed to remain 10 extra minutes within the room to gather any belongings. If you require assistance or a cart please let your party host know.
The room will be set up when you arrive with 8 tables. Some will be reserved for your use, some for the party children and one for the party host materials. The tables are 6ft in length. If you require additional tables please let the party host know and they will be provided if available.
Yes! There is a fridge, with a freezer, and a sink in your party room.