Appropriate for children ages 6 to 12, Gadsby's Tavern Museum Birthday Parties are a unique way to celebrate. Our 1.5-hour parties include a costumed guide, a hands-on tour of the museum, crafts, games, and even a gift for the birthday child! Choose from two different themes and our party additions to make your son or daughter's birthday unique!

Activity Choices

• Tea Party-Enjoy an afternoon tea party and learn the customs of 18th century tea drinking as you share cookies and cake with your friends. Dolls and stuffed animals welcome!
• Time Traveler-Travel back in time and join us for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure! Experience the 18th century first-hand as you travel back over 200 years. Make your own traveling trunk to bring home your historic finds.

Reserve your date today!

Contact Gadsby's Tavern Museum's Curator of Education by phone at 703-838-4242 to schedule your party. Birthday Parties begin between 11am and 2pm. A $100 non-refundable deposit is required to secure the date for your party. Weekends, particularly between February and June, book fast, so call today!

Cost

$250 for 10 children, $15 per additional child
Limit of 20 children
Admission for adults is free. Please, no more than 2 adults per 5 children.*
*The museum guide will ensure the birthday party runs smoothly, but requests at least two adults be present to assist with discipline.

Extras

• Goody Bags: $3.50 each. All goody bags include a pencil, postcard, bookmark, and sticker. Choose one of the following to complete your goody bag:
• Option 1: mini flashlight keychain
• Option 2: fan and scented soap
• Option 3: word find book
• Themed Invitations or Thank You notes: $3.50 for 10 cards and envelopes, $.25 each additional
• Half hour of additional time for parent-directed activities: $50
• Additional half hour 18th century English Country Dancing lesson: $75

What the Museum Will Provide

• A museum guide in 18th century costume
• Use of the ballroom for the party for 1.5 hours
• Tour of the museum
• Activities and supplies
• Tables and chairs
• Linens, plates, cups, utensils, and napkins
• Cake cutter and server
• Candle lighter
• Hurricane Candles on each table
• Setup and breakdown
• Gift for the birthday child
• Use of our refrigerator and freezer if needed

What the Parents Provide (if they desire)

• Cake
• Ice Cream
• Beverages
• Additional decorations
• The birthday family may arrive 15 minutes before the party to decorate
• Due to the historic nature of our buildings, decorations should be limited to table tops-nothing may be attached to the walls or ceiling
• Please no confetti, streamers, or feathers
• Helium balloons must be weighted