Party like a Paleontologist at one of the coolest birthday parties Pittsburgh has to offer!
Get your hands dirty as we lead you and your family and friends through just some of what it takes to be a paleontologist at our museum! Enjoy a virtual birthday party experience from the comfort of home on Zoom with activities and party favors that everyone can enjoy.
Birthday parties are designed for kids ages 7-12 but parties can be easily modified for any age group, including adults!
Become a Paleontologist!
Nonmembers: $300
Members: $275
Deposit: $75
- Examine dinosaur specimens with museum educators so you know what to be on the lookout for on your next dig!
- Get out activity supplies (these can be picked up at the museum or mailed to you at an additional cost) and we’ll take you through an experiment with fossil jacketing and why it’s so important.
- Meet two animals from our living collection that are modern relatives of dinosaurs!
- All parties are hosted by museum educators and include activity supplies, museum party favors for your guests, and a themed present for your birthday!
Be a Party Animal!
Nonmembers: $300
Members: $275
Deposit: $75
- Examine animal specimens with museum educators so you know how to identify your favorite animals!
- Get out activity supplies (these can be picked up at the museum or mailed to you at an additional cost) and we’ll take you through how to make a bird feeder to share with the birds outside.
- Meet three animals from our living collection!
- All parties are hosted by museum educators and include activity supplies, museum party favors for your guests, and a themed present for your birthday!
Book a Custom Party!
Nonmembers: $350
Members: $325
Deposit: $100
Want more control over what you do? Select from our activity options and add-ons!
Add On: Animal Art Time!
PRICE: $75
Choose up to three of your favorite colors and we’ll discuss what animals are available to make their artistic debut for you!
We’ll watch our Picasso create as we tell you more about our artist! Once the safe paint is dry, we’ll mail you their masterpiece.
Additional Information
Book online, or email with any birthday party questions or concerns.
Carnegie Museum of Natural History welcomes all visitors. We work to assist visitors with disabilities in obtaining reasonable and appropriate accommodations, and in supporting equal access to services, programs, and activities.
