Fun is where the frog is!
Discovery Creek birthday parties are active ninety-minute programs that bring nature to life for children in a hands-on, intimate setting. Parties offer children turning ages 4 - 11 a unique informal setting where they can meet live animals, take a hike and play educational nature games that will entertain the entire party!
Party Themes
The Museum provides a 90-minute program, led by a minimum of two educators.
Each party includes meeting live animals, a guided hike, and educational games.
Craft activities are available upon request. The following party themes are
available at both the Stable at Glen Echo Park in Maryland or at the Historic
Schoolhouse on MacArthur Boulevard in Northwest Washington, DC. Please note
that weekend parties only take place at the Stable at Glen Echo Park from March
to November. In other months they are available at our Historic Schoolhouse
on MacArthur Blvd. in Washington, DC.
Wild Things: Children turning 4 - 6
Come have a wild time at Discovery Creek! Search for animal habitats in Discovery Creek's forest and become a "Wild Thing" as a classic children's story comes to life! The birthday child may choose three animals to meet from the Museum's on-site collection. Animals may include beautiful birds, radiant reptiles, outstanding amphibians, and memorable mammals.
Goin' Buggy!: Children turning 4 - 11
Don your antennae and put on your exoskeleton as you and your party guests fly, jump, and crawl into the world of insects! Go on a bug hunt in our Children's Garden, meet and greet some live crawly critters, and learn about the beneficial bugs in your backyard!
Camping Adventure: Children turning 6 - 11
For the birthday child who is truly outdoor bound! Hike along our trails with only a map, clues, and your wits to guide you on a camping scavenger hunt. Other activities include learning how to set up a campsite, picking out just the right kind of kindling to start your campfire, and meeting animals who always call the great outdoors home.
Science Safari: Children turning 7 - 11
Enter Discovery Creek's laboratory as we investigate the wild side of science! This birthday party will have you donning your geology garb as we build a volcano, create a crazy chemistry concoction, and learn how to be a bird as we figure out the fun of flying with physics. Other activities include meeting live animals or becoming a conservation scientist on Discovery Creek's hiking trails.
Other Important Information
Decorations: Please note that decorations such as balloons
and pinatas are not permitted at either location in accordance with National
Park Service rules.
Drop-off parties: Please be advised that Discovery Creek Parties
are drop-off parties for children only. Parents of guests are not permitted
to remain at the party. (Parents and/or guardians of the birthday child must
stay.)
Dress: All parties include outdoor activities and take place
rain or shine. Partygoers should wear play clothes and appropriate footwear
that can get dirty.
Food: Parents may provide cake and juiceboxes only, which will
be served the last 15 minutes of the party. Additional foods such as pizza,
ice cream, and crumbly snacks are not permitted. Tables and benches are provided
at Glen Echo. At the Schoolhouse, a cozy picnic-style birthday is provided.
Parents are responsible for bringing utensils, tablecloths and party favors.
The Museum does not have refrigeration facilities for party refreshments.
Membership: You must be a member of the Museum in order to
have your child's birthday at Discovery Creek. You may become a member or check
on your membership status at the time of reserving a date. Membership benefits
include discounts on Museum programs, advance notice and registration for Summer
Nature Adventure programs, and invitations to special member-only events.
Party Fees
Weekday (Tue - Thu) parties:
$250
Weekend (Fri - Sun) parties:
$300
Price is based on the attendance of up to 15 children. The cost for each additional child is $20. Maximum number of children allowed is 25, unless otherwise noted. Keeping attendance to a maximum of 25 maintains the intimacy of the program.
When you reserve your birthday party date, payment is due in full.
Reservations
Reservations are required for all Discovery Creek parties.
Party dates, especially weekend dates, book far in advance, so make your plans
early.
To reserve your birthday party, call Discovery Creek at 202-488-0627 or
send
an e-mail!
