Birthday Parties

How do I secure my party reservation?

To secure your reservation, a signed rental agreement and a $250 non-refundable deposit are required. Reservations should be made at least two weeks in advance. Final payment is due 3 days prior to the party date.

What are the available days & times of a party?

Parties can be scheduled on Saturdays or Sundays from 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm, depending on availability. Each party lasts about 2 hours. Cell Lab parties last from 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm.

Parties’ blackout dates are: New Year’s Day, Easter, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.

How should I plan my arrival and departure times?

Please plan to arrive 15-30 minutes before the scheduled party time for set up. The Birthday Party Attendant will give you access to the party area. If needed, a museum cart is available to unload supplies from your vehicle. The Birthday Party Attendant is not responsible for unloading or loading your vehicle for the party.

The party space is only accessible during the scheduled time of the party. Due to the possibility of multiple parties being scheduled on the same day, you will be asked to arrive and vacate the party area as scheduled. Additional time in the party space will be charged $50.00 for every 30 minutes. 

Does the party include food & drinks?

Food, drinks, cake, and utensils are not provided by The Health Museum. You are allowed to bring your food and drinks or have them delivered to the Museum. Ice or refrigeration is not available, and alcohol is not permitted. Please notify the museum 5 days in advance for food deliveries.

Does the party package include decorations?

Party packages include museum decorations and area set-up consisting of the following: round tables and chairs for guests, and rectangular tables for food and gifts. You are welcome to bring additional decorations.

Nails, pins, tape, glue, or helium balloons are not allowed. The museum will provide helium-filled latex balloons. If you have special decorative balloons you would like to blow up, the museum can inflate the balloons for $5 each.

Please do not bring silly strings and confetti, and do not harm the surface of the walls and ceilings. An additional $100 clean-up fee will be added to your final bill if non-permitted items are used.

There is no access to hang a Piñata. A Piñata on a pull string is allowed.

Can I request additional party attendant or museum educator?

Yes, additional party attendants may be requested for guests 20 or more, at $100 per attendant or educator.

Are chaperones required for parties?

Chaperones are required for all children at the museum. Children are not permitted in the museum without parental supervision. Chaperones should also assist the children during party activities or museum tours. Security officers will be required for larger groups.

Is parking available?

Parking is available on The Health Museum’s surface lot for $8 per vehicle. All party guests who park in the Museum’s surface lot are responsible for paying for parking while they are at the Museum.

May I bring in my entertainment?

If you choose to bring outside entertainment, a $50 museum fee will be applied. The entertainment must be pre-approved by the museum. No live animals are allowed other than service animals. 

What are your payment options?

Payment can be made with a debit card, credit card, or check. Checks should be made out to “The Health Museum” with the date of the party listed in the memo section. All balances must be paid 3 days before the date of the party. A credit card on file is required for all partying bookings.

What is your cancellation policy?

All cancellations must be received in writing by mail or e-mail within 10 business days before the date of the birthday party. A cancellation fee of $250.00 will be applied.

• Cancellations made with more than 10 business days may receive credit for up to 6 months from the date of the party. 
• Partial refunds (excluding the nonrefundable deposit or cancellation fee) will be issued if the cancellation is made 10 business days before the party date. Cancellations made less than 10 business days before the party date will be billed the full contracted amount. 
• In the event of an emergency closing or inclement weather causing the party to be canceled due to unsafe conditions, patrons will be given the option to reschedule or receive a full refund. 
• If The Health Museum cancels the party of the event, a full refund will be issued. 

No-show policy

If you have a confirmed party and do not show up at the scheduled time, your credit card will be charged for the full amount.