Find the party theme of your choice to design unforgettable birthday fun! All LICM birthday parties all include a full day of play throughout the Museum galleries for all of your guests. To start your party planning, you can complete our online form, email us at birthdays@licm.org or call (516) 224-5871. Tours to see the party space are by appointment only.
Party Themes
TOTSPOT: Ages 5 and under
Treat your kiddos to exclusive play time in the TotSpot gallery - a toddler favorite! Enjoy exploration time and add to the fun with a crafty takeaway.*
Shake up the party and embellish your own instrument!
BIRTHDAY BLASTOFF: Ages 3+
Join us as we launch a cosmic-themed birthday celebration for your little star! Embark on a stellar birthday adventure comprised of space-themed crafts and exhibit exploration, including the interactive Moon To Mars exhibit. It’s the perfect way to make your child’s special day truly out of this world!
Note: Birthday Blastoff is available from February 1, 2025 - May 4, 2025.
Get ready for take off!
MESSY: Ages 3+
The perfect party for those who love hands-on messy fun. Enjoy slime concoctions, oobleck confections and sand creations at this ooey, gooey party! Leave the clean-up to us!*
Children play with oobleck, create sand art, and customize their own slime with mix-ins like pom poms, glitter, beads, and more!
PAINT: Ages 4+
Celebrate your little masterpiece's big day with a party centered on creativity. Party guests slip into smocks and step up to their canvases to create their own frame-worthy art.*
Choose from a selection of painting options. Paint parties include guided instruction and all supplies.
*Bring the food and non-alcoholic beverages of your choice. Our party space has a capacity of 40 people, including children and adults.
Times
Wednesday - Friday from 5:30 – 7:30 pm
Saturday - Sunday from 10:30 am – 12:30 pm; 2:30 – 4:30 pm
Parties Include
- Exclusive use of private party room
- Education staff to facilitate themed activity
- Set-up and clean-up
- Invitations
- Paper goods
- LICM T-shirt for the birthday child
- Free Admission to the Museum for all guests on the day of the party
- Two-for-one return visit coupons for child guests
- 15 child guests (additional child guests extra; adults are free)
- Discount for LICM Members
Fee
- $750 for the first 15 child guests. $25 for each additional guest. LICM Members receive a discount.
Enjoy exclusive use of one of LICM's party rooms for your celebration
Enjoy all day play! With all day admission, your guests can enjoy hours of exciting activities and exploration.
Party Favors
- Let LICM handle your Goody Bags: Customized favor bags are available from the Museum Store starting at $7.50. Call the Museum Store at (516) 224-5814 to make arrangements. Member store discounts apply.
- Gift Cards for Guests: Let your guests select their own souvenir from the Museum Store or take a spin on Nunley's carousel with gift cards instead of a traditional favor. Let our birthday party team know when booking your party and we will arrange gift cards for an additional $10 for each child guest.
Simplify party favors by giving each guest a gift card to use on Nunley's Carousel rides or a souvenir from the Museum Store!
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