Upgrades For All Ages
Planetarium
- Up to 30 People – $150
- Up to 75 People – $375
Want to add a planetarium show to your party? We can help with that! Fly through the universe, experience the vastness of space, roam planetary surfaces or navigate asteroid fields.
Shows are subject to availability, but we will make an effort to place you in an age appropriate show.
Add your child’s name in the stars before your Planetarium show for only $50.
Please note: This option is not available at HMNS Sugar Land.
Giant Screen Film
- Up to 30 People – $180
- Up to 75 People – $450
Journey around the globe and explore the hidden wonders of the natural world with breathtaking views. Add a Giant Screen Film to your party and you’ll do just that!
Shows are subject to availability.
Butterfly Release
- $175
Give your kids the unique experience of releasing live butterflies into our Cockrell Butterfly Center rainforest! Includes 20 butterflies, only available for insect themed parties.
Please note: This option is not available at HMNS Sugar Land.
Live Animal Presentation
- $275
Live animals and real Museum specimens give students of all ages a unique, hands-on opportunity to dive into life science! Meet unusual animals and learn about their adaptations for survival, as you experience life science in a whole new way!
Presentation lasts 30 to 45 minutes depending on participant age.
Dinosaur Discovery Presentation
- $275
What was a dinosaur, and what was it like to be one? Marvel at dinosaur bones, horns, claws, teeth, and skin as you meet carnivorous and herbivorous dinosaurs through real fossilized specimens. You’ll investigate what dinosaurs ate, how they hunted, and the adaptations they developed to survive in a harsh and competitive prehistoric world.
Presentation lasts 30 to 45 minutes depending on participant age.
Live Insect Presentation
- $275
Giant katydids, hissing cockroaches, exotic beetles, and beautiful butterflies will fascinate children of all ages during fun, hands-on presentations. Insect availability may vary.
Presentation lasts 30 to 45 minutes depending on participant age.
Jurassic Extreme
- $450
Want to take your dinosaur party to the next level? Book Jurassic Extreme for an exclusive 30 minute meet and greet with a walking dinosaur from Houston’s own Jurassic Extreme. Don’t forget your camera!
Face Painter
- $250
Recommended for all age groups. 60 minutes.
Balloon Artist
- $225
A balloon artist will delight your guests with their creations!
Recommended for all age groups. 60 minutes.
Additional 30 minutes – 20% of the cost of the party package.
Additional 60 minutes – 30% of the cost of the party package.
Food
- 1 | Topping, Large Pizza (includes tip) – $13
- 1 | Topping, Small Gluten Free Pizza (includes tip) – $13
- 10 | Capri Suns in Assorted Flavors – $5
- 12 | Cupcakes (Chocolate, Vanilla or Assorted) (includes tip) – $50
Upgrades For Ages 5 & Up
Art Bike
- $100
Learn about the science of centrifugal force and create stunning works of spin art with our Art Bike! Guests will take turns pedaling for their pals and creating art. While bike operation recommended for ages 5 and up. Anyone can make art!
Access to the art bike for an hour.
Please note: This option is not available at HMNS Sugar Land.
Magician
- $375
Our magician will astound guests with his mystifying magic!
Recommended for children 5 years and older.
Presentation lasts 45 minutes.
Space: Going the Distance!
Discover the incredible scale of our solar system as we model the great distances between the planets and our sun.
Recommended for children 5 years and older. Presentation lasts 25 minutes.
Upgrades For Ages 7 & Up
Expedition Center Mission
The Expedition Center is a learning experience that engages children, transforming them into scientists, engineers or researchers on a simulated space expedition.
Mission lasts for an hour and is for up to 20 children.
Recommended for children 8 years and older.
Please note: This option is not available at HMNS Sugar Land.
Chemistry Presentation
Have a blast (literally!) witnessing demonstrations of combustion, color changes, and polymers! This exciting presentation takes a look at chemical changes and states of matter, observing various types of reactions and the byproducts created.
Presentation lasts 30 to 45 minutes depending on participant age.
INTERESTED IN A PHOTOGRAPHER?
We offer photography packages with Little Branch Photo. Please download the photography package flier for details.
JUST INTERESTED IN A ROOM FOR CAKE?
If you just need a room to gather briefly for cake, consider an express party. An Express Party provides access to an undecorated room for up to 30 people for 40 minutes and entry to the permanent exhibit halls for the day. Not included in an Express Party are any activities, tours, decorations, parking passes or facilitators. You are also unable to add upgrades to an Express Party. This option is only available to HMNS Members.