Birthday Party Policies
OPEN: Thursday – Saturday:
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Scheduling
- Parties can be scheduled on Saturdays, from either 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. or 1:30-3:30 p.m.
- Parties cost $75.00, which covers admission for up to 12 guests. Additional guests will receive discounted admission, for $5.00 each. We ask for children under 5, that a parent remain present for the duration of the party.
- Please schedule your party at least 1 week in advance, to give us time in the event of needed rescheduling/to avoid double booking. The longer in advance you are able to book, the better.
- Parties are 2 hours long, plus approximately 20 minutes on both ends for set up and clean up (please see our cleaning policy for more details)
- Submitting a reservation request form does not finalize/secure your booking. Staff will reach out to you once the request form is received and confirm your booking, and collect a $25.00 nonrefundable deposit, following which your reservation will be considered finalized. If our staff is unable to reach you, and unable to collect the deposit, that is considered a forfeiture of your requested time/date, and the time/date will be given to the next group, as applicable.
- When booking, please ensure that all fields are filled out, and all contact information is correct/up to date. If contact information is not available/incorrect, staff will be unable to reach you to confirm/finalize your booking.
Tours
A 30-minute guided tour can be added to your party for an additional $25.00. We can tailor the tour to a specific topic or do a general tour of the whole museum. Tours can also be adjusted for various age groups. Please keep in mind educator availability is not guaranteed at the time of booking, and staff will reach out via phone or email if our educator is not available for your planned day. If our educator is unavailable, you will not be charged for the tour.
What We Provide
- Parking we offer in-lot parking, as well as street parking for museum guests (street parking availability is not guaranteed during the winter)
- Reservation of our seating area with tables and chairs, plus an additional rolling table for food, cake, gifts, etc.
- All trash bags and cleaning supplies needed, including a broom/dustpan, Clorox wipes, etc.
- A lighter for birthday candles, if needed
- Scavenger hunts for your party members
What You Provide
- Any food and drink (this includes cake and ice cream.)
- Any decorations and party supplies (this includes things like plates/silverware/etc.)
Additional Rules
- We do not allow alcohol, tobacco, or marijuana on the premises. Any guests who arrive under-the-influence will be asked to leave.
- We ask that all food and drink remain in the party room/seating area. This includes coffee, water, and any food items.
- We ask that any decorations you bring be hung up with tape or any other nondamaging adhesive (no tacks or staples)
- We ask that any children using the dig pits remove their shoes, and wear socks. (Socks are available for purchase for $.50 at the gift shop if needed, and price can be added on to party price if requested)
- Please be respectful of the space and other guests- we are open to the public on Saturdays, and other guests deserve, and are paying for, the full museum experience.
- You are welcome to bring additional games and/or activities for your party, but we ask that glue, glitter, and any other “messy” supplies be kept at home. This includes anything with small, easy to lose pieces.
Cleaning Policy
By booking your party, you agree to our cleaning policy. We ask that at least one party member stay for up to 20 minutes post-party, or as needed, to clean, remove all decorations, etc. Cleaning includes removal of all trash and leftover food/decorations, sweeping the seating area, and wiping down tables and chairs. If additional cleaning supplies are needed, our staff is on hand to provide them. If additional cleaning is needed, such as restrooms or major spills, please notify staff and we will be happy to assist.
Getting Here
By Road:
The museum is located at 201 N. Bragaw, just north of the Glenn Highway (6th Avenue as it leaves Anchorage). From either direction, take the Bragaw Street, and turn north onto Bragaw. Cross Mountain View Drive, and the museum and adjacent parking are located on the left side of the street.
By Bus:
Anchorage People Mover Public Bus Route 45 provides access from downtown Anchorage right to our door.
Parking:
The museum offers free off-street parking, located adjacent to the building.