Plan a Magical Party at Seward Children’s Museum
Whether you’re planning a birthday party, a milestone celebration, or just want a space for kids to play with friends, we make it easy. Choose between renting the entire museum or our Lab Room for a more intimate gathering.
Full Museum Rental
2 Hours
$300 for up to 30 total guests (including adults)
Includes:
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Exclusive use of the entire museum
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15 minutes of setup time before and 15 minutes of cleanup time after
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Admission for all guests, including the host family
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Members count toward total guest count
Perfect for bigger celebrations, play-based birthdays, or private events where kids can explore all exhibits freely.
Full Museum Rental
1 Hour
$200 for up to 30 total guests (including adults)
Includes:
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Exclusive use of the entire museum
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15 minutes before/after for setup and cleanup
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Admission for all guests
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Members included in guest count
Ideal for shorter parties or smaller groups who still want full access to the museum.
Lab Room Rental
1 Hour
$100 for up to 10 total guests (including adults)
Includes:
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Private use of our interactive Lab Room
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15 minutes setup and 15 minutes cleanup
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Admission for all guests
Great for low-key parties, homeschool groups, or craft-based events.
Everything You Need to Know
About Booking a Party
How do I book a party at the museum?
Give us a quick call at 907-422-7711 to reserve your preferred date and time. We’ll confirm availability, walk you through your options, and help make party planning easy.
Can we bring our own food, cake, and decorations?
Yes! You’re welcome to bring your own snacks, cake, drinks, and party decor. We just ask that decorations are free-standing or tabletop—nothing taped or stuck to the walls.
How early can we arrive to set up?
You can arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled start time to set up. You’ll also have 15 minutes after the party for cleanup. We recommend keeping it simple to maximize playtime!
How many people can attend the party?
That depends on your rental:
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Museum rentals (1 or 2 hours): up to 30 total guests (including adults)
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Lab Room rental: up to 10 total guests (including adults)
Museum members do count toward the guest total.
What’s included in the rental?
All rentals include exclusive access to your chosen space, setup and cleanup time, and play-based fun in a safe, engaging environment. You get the space, the freedom, and none of the mess at home!