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   ALDEN B. DOW MUSEUM OF SCIENCE AND ART  -  Birthday Parties
BIRTHDAY PARTIES

Birthday PartyBirthday parties at the Alden B. Dow Museum of Science and Art are recommended for children ages 4-11. Party prices listed below are for up to 12 children (including the birthday child) and two adults. Additional children will be permitted at an additional fee based on the type of party selected. The Museum requires a ratio of one adult for every five children. These allotted chaperones will be admitted at no charge. Additional adults will be permitted at an extra charge.
Download the Birthday Party Registration Form (pdf 162k)

Special notes:
Museum membership is required for a parent, grandparent or the birthday child. Memberships may be purchased at the time of booking. Minimum membership level: Youth ($25).

Outside food and beverages are allowed. If ordering food for delivery, please notify the museum well in advance. The museum has a policy of no open flames inside the building.


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Party Packages & Options

Basic Birthday Package ($150)
• 90 minutes in an area setup for your party
• All day admission to the entire Museum (including special exhibits)
• Special Museum gift for the birthday child and one return admission pass

Additional party guests: $5/child $4/adult
You provide decorations, food and beverages, and paper products.
Ice machine and limited refrigerator and freezer space are available.


Deluxe Birthday Package ($250)
Basic Birthday Package plus…
• An additional 30 minutes in the party area
• Choice of one guided activity
• Birthday Party Host/Hostess for 1 hour to guide activity
• Paper products provided (plates, cups and napkins)
• 20 balloons (latex)
• Museum party favor gift bag for each child

Additional party guests: $8/child $4/adult
You provide additional decorations, food and beverages.


Activity Options: Ask for current options when booking
your party.

A La Cart Options:
Add StarLab to your museum party for only $40, based on availability. Book well in advance.
Add Party-favor gift bags to your Party Package at an additional cost of $6 each.
Having a party at home this year? Purchase party favor gift bags for your party!

Times Available
School-day Parties
may begin at 4 p.m. (with one hour in the Hall of Ideas) and at 5 p.m. move to a party room for the remainder of the party time.
Summer and Break (Weekday) Parties:
11:00 a.m. or 2:30 p.m., Tuesday-Friday
Weekend Parties:
Saturday at 12:00 and 2:30 p.m. or Sunday at 2:00 p.m.
Other times may be requested and will be approved based on availability! Book early as party times are limited! Prices subject to change.

Deposits & Refunds
A refundable deposit of 50% of the party costs is required to hold the date. A $25 administration fee will be deducted from any refund. Refunds will only be made if cancellation is made at least two weeks prior to the reserved date. 

For more details or to book a party:
Email Debbie Anderson or call (989) 631-5930 ext. 1227.

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