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Programs for Families/Parents
Bring science to life for your children!
We are currently offering family programs at some of our sites around the DC metro area for children as young as 6 months! Registration is required in advance for our Birthday parties, Polliwog Pals and Toddler Treehouse, contact Vicky Winter, 202-488-0627 x242, vwinter@livingclassroomsdc.org to hear more information or to register your child.
Public Hours
Currently, we are offering public hours only at our Glen Echo Park site.
Weekday hours: by reservation only
Weekend hours: Sat and Sun 10am-3pm
Admission Prices
Members: Free
Nonmembers: $5
Seniors 65+: $3
Infants (under 2 years): Free
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Polliwog Pals
(for youth 6 months-22 months of age)
Three-part sessions
Classes take place rain or shine
Cost: Members, $60; non-members, $75.
Calendar: contact Vicky for current dates, vwinter@livingclassroomsdc.org
Share the amazing wonders of the natural world with your infant in an intimate playgroup setting. Polliwog Pals encourages parents to feel comfortable in nature with their infant child. In addition, the classes give parents an opportunity to interact with other moms and dads. Most classes include live animal encounters, stories, leisurely hikes on the Museum's trails, and participation in simple yet stimulating art projects.
Toddler Treehouse
(for youth 2-3 years of age)
Three-part sessions
Classes take place rain or shine
Cost: Members, $60; non-members, $75.
Calendar: contact Vicky for current dates, vwinter@livingclassroomsdc.org
Indulge the adventurous spirit of your nature-loving two or three year old through this popular program. Activities are designed for one child and one adult. Most classes include live animal encounters, stories, outdoor adventures, hiking, craft time, and educational games. Choose from a variety of themes below
Outdoor Enthusiasts
(for youth 4-6 years of age)
Birthday Parties
(for youth 4-11 years of age)
Discovery Creek birthday parties are active ninety-minute programs that bring nature to life for children in a hands-on, intimate setting. Parties offer children turning ages 4 - 11 a unique informal setting where they can meet live animals, take a hike and play educational nature games that will entertain the entire party!
Party Themes
We provide a 90-minute program, led by a minimum of two educators. Each party includes meeting live animals, a guided hike, and educational games. Craft activities are available upon request. The following party themes are available at both the Stable at Glen Echo Park in Maryland or at the Historic Schoolhouse on MacArthur Boulevard in Northwest Washington, DC. Please note that weekend parties only take place at the Stable at Glen Echo Park from March to November. In other months they are available at our Historic Schoolhouse on MacArthur Blvd. in Washington, DC.
Wild Things: Children turning 4 - 6
Come have a wild time at Discovery Creek! Search for animal habitats in Discovery Creek's forest and become a "Wild Thing" as a classic children's story comes to life! The birthday child may choose three animals to meet from the Museum's on-site collection. Animals may include beautiful birds, radiant reptiles, outstanding amphibians, and memorable mammals.
Goin' Buggy!: Children turning 4 - 11
Don your antennae and put on your exoskeleton as you and your party guests fly, jump, and crawl into the world of insects! Go on a bug hunt in our Children's Garden, meet and greet some live crawly critters, and learn about the beneficial bugs in your backyard!
Camping Adventure: Children turning 6 - 11
For the birthday child who is truly outdoor bound! Hike along our trails with only a map, clues, and your wits to guide you on a camping scavenger hunt. Other activities include learning how to set up a campsite, picking out just the right kind of kindling to start your campfire, and meeting animals who always call the great outdoors home.
Science Safari: Children turning 7 - 11
Enter Discovery Creek's laboratory as we investigate the wild side of science! This birthday party will have you donning your geology garb as we build a volcano, create a crazy chemistry concoction, and learn how to be a bird as we figure out the fun of flying with physics. Other activities include meeting live animals or becoming a conservation scientist on Discovery Creek's hiking trails.
Other Important Information
Decorations: Please note that decorations such as balloons and pinatas are not permitted at either location in accordance with National Park Service rules.
Drop-off parties: Please be advised that Discovery Creek Parties are drop-off parties for children only. Parents of guests are not permitted to remain at the party. (Parents and/or guardians of the birthday child must stay.)
Dress: All parties include outdoor activities and take place rain or shine. Partygoers should wear play clothes and appropriate footwear that can get dirty.
Food: Parents may provide cake and juiceboxes only, which will be served the last 15 minutes of the party. Additional foods such as pizza, ice cream, and crumbly snacks are not permitted. Tables and benches are provided at Glen Echo. At the Schoolhouse, a cozy picnic-style birthday is provided. Parents are responsible for bringing utensils, tablecloths and party favors. We do not have refrigeration facilities for party refreshments.
Membership: You must be a member of the Discovery Creek in order to have your child's birthday with us. You may become a member or check on your membership status at the time of reserving a date. Membership benefits include discounts on programs, advance notice and registration for Summer Nature Adventure programs, and invitations to special member-only events.
Party Fees
Weekday (Tue - Thu) parties: $250
Weekend (Fri - Sun) parties: $300
Price is based on the attendance of up to 15 children. The cost for each additional child is $20. Maximum number of children allowed is 25, unless otherwise noted. Keeping attendance to a maximum of 25 maintains the intimacy of the program.
When you reserve your birthday party date, payment is due in full.
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