We are not booking children’s birthday parties at this time. Please check back for new information and updates.
Looking for a fun, educational and hands-on way to celebrate your child’s birthday? Host your next party at the Lyman Allyn Art Museum!
The 2-Hour Birthday Party Package Includes…
First Hour: Activities with Museum Educator
20 minute eye-spy tour through the galleries
40 minute hands-on art project of your choice. Select from these exciting options or let us customize a project for your group:
- painting on canvas board
- mask-making
- sculpting with clay
- painting treasure chests or jewelry boxes
- birdhouse painting
Second Hour: Host Family Celebration
Host family may serve lunch/cake, open presents, play games and celebrate in the comfort of the private party room (family may begin setting up the room one hour before the party is scheduled to begin).
Party Package Details: In order to secure your preferred date, it is recommended that you make a reservation one to two months in advance. Please contact the Education Department at: 860.443.2545 x2140 or email gipstein@lymanallyn.org.
- Café (capacity is 25 people)
- Members: $170.00 / Non-Members: $185.00
- Will cover art projects for 12 children
- Additional children are $10 per person
- Auditorium (capacity is 45 people)
- Members: $270.00 / Non-Members: $285.00
- Will cover art projects for 15 children
- Additional children are $10 per person
Cost includes: museum admission for all party guests (including parents and/or caregivers), guided eye-spy and art project with museum educator, art supplies, use of party room, tables, chairs, and refrigerator/freezer.
Cost does not include: food, beverages, paper goods, tablecloths, utensils or gift bags.
Cancellation Policy: We require a 50% deposit to hold your date. The remaining amount is due the day of the party. If you cancel prior to one week before the party date, your deposit will be refunded in full. If you cancel within one week of the party date, there will be no refund of the deposit.