Birthday Parties

Photo of birthday party at the Anchorage Museum

BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS AT THE ANCHORAGE MUSEUM

Give your child a birthday celebration to remember for years to come. From exploring Space and chemistry to engineering, animal encounters and art experiences, there is a party theme to match your child’s interest. Complete the party request form here and museum staff will contact you about your request.

FAQ

PARTY THEMES

Planetarium Experience
Ages 6+
Celebrate your birthday in space with our exclusive planetarium birthday experience. Explore part of our solar system in the Thomas Planetarium. Includes room reservation for 90 minutes, plus set up (30 min) and clean up (15 min) time added on. Planetarium capacity is 38 and each child must be accompanied by an adult.

Animal Encounter
Ages 4+
Get up close to one of the museum’s living animals in this educator-led experience with one of our resident reptiles. Includes party room of 90 minutes plus additional time for set-up (30 minutes) and clean-up (15 minutes). Specific animal requests accepted but not guaranteed.

Science Lab
Ages 4+
Become a scientist, conduct a science experiment and take home the results. Includes party room of 90 minutes plus additional time for set-up (30 minutes) and clean-up (15 minutes). Choose between a slime-making activity (limit 20 child activity participants) or a LEGO engineering challenge.

Art Experience
Ages 4+
Channel your inner artist to create an artwork inspired by the museum’s collection. Includes party room of 90 minutes plus additional time for set-up (30 minutes) and clean-up (15 minutes). Limit 20 child activity participants.

Blink Birthday
Ages 1-3
Even the youngest learners can celebrate their birthday at the Anchorage Museum. From fishing to making art, toddlers use their imagination to create, play and have fun. Includes party room of 90 minutes plus additional time for set-up (30 minutes) and clean-up (15 minutes). Limit 10 child activity participants.

COST

Standard Experiences: Art and Science
Up to 10 kids $350
Up to 20 kids $475
Extra children +$10 per child

Animal Encounter
Up to 10 kids $400
Up to 20 kids $500
Extra children +$10 per child

Planetarium Experience
Up to 10 kids $500
Up to 20 kids $600
Extra children +$10 per child

WHAT’S INCLUDED

All-day access to the museum (planetarium and special exhibitions extra)
Private party for 90 minutes (plus 30 minutes for set-up and 15 minutes for clean-up)
Guided activity for children

PARTY DATES

Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. or 2 to 3:30 p.m.

FOOD OPTIONS

You may bring your own birthday cake, cupcakes, beverages and snacks.

WHAT TO BRING

Decorations and party items - you are responsible for transporting them to and from the party venue. Please make arrangements in advance to secure your gifts and personal items during and following the party. All party items must be removed from the venue after the party is complete.

WHAT NOT TO BRING

The Anchorage Museum does not allow helium-filled balloons, confetti, silly string, glitter, sparklers, pets, or games involving throwing or striking (no piñatas). Items that cause extra maintenance or room decorating require approval prior to the event.

CHILD SUPERVISION

You are required to provide adult supervision for all children ages 12 and younger at all times while at the Anchorage Museum. Parents attending birthday parties are expected to supervise their children during the party and while in all exhibitions, including the Discovery Center.

PARKING/MUSEUM ENTRY

Street parking on the weekends is free and there are several lots nearby. Or you may elect to park in the museum’s parking garage, which is open to the public on the weekend. Entrance is on 7th Avenue between A and C streets. Rates are:

$5 0-2 hours
$8 2-4 hours
$10 4-6 hours
$15 6-10 hours

The party host may use the 7th Ave side entrance to bring in party supplies. All other guests will need to use our main C Street entrance.

BOOKING YOUR PARTY

Complete the party request form here and museum staff will contact you about your request. Please note that submitting this form does not guarantee a reservation. If your desired party date is available museum staff will reach out to collect the $100 deposit to hold your reservation.

Please note that the Anchorage Museum does not accept reservations less than one week in advance or more than three months in advance.
For more information, please email birthdays@anchoragemuseum.org or call 907-929-9261.

CANCELLATION

Cancellations more than two (2) weeks (14 days) before the scheduled party can receive a deposit refund. No refunds for cancellations less than two (2) weeks (14 day) before the scheduled party.