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The New York Hall of Science
47-01 111th Street
Queens, NY 11368
718.699.0005
Groups: 718.699.0301

Scout Programs

The New York Hall of Science offers amazing science scout and private group programs. Sleep amongst the exhibits, have a great evening program, or have your group visit during the day with scout themed programming.

Science Sleepovers

Science After Dark

Science Discovery Days

For more information, or to book your own Science Sleepover, Discovery Days or Science After Dark, please call 718.699.0005 ext. 348.

Science Sleepovers
TIMES 6:30 pm - 9 am FEE $35 per person

Pack your sleeping bag and join us for a fun-filled overnight science adventure! Explore the Hall and participate in planned activities before camping out amongst the exhibits.

Download answers to frequently asked questions about Science Sleepovers.

Your Science Sleepover Fee Includes:

  • Hall admission and parking
  • Group orientation
  • Exploration of over 400 hands-on science exhibits
  • Live science demonstrations
  • A Make-it & Take-it activity
  • Evening snack & light breakfast
  • Auditorium presentation

Add a New York Hall of Science Sleepover patch for an additional $3!

Groups of 200 people or more can reserve their own private Science Sleepover night.

Download a Private Sleepover Request Form.

Groups with less than 200 participants can join an open evening date.

Download an Open Evening Registration Form.

Open Evening Dates:

New Science Playground Sleepover

Go down a rabbit hale into a wonderland unlike any other with the new 60,000-square-foot addition to the Science Playground. Shelter, mirrors, sand and music are just some of the new paths to discovery that visitors can choose from in the expanded exhibition. Your evening starts with playground exploration and continues with exciting physics and nature activities all evening.

April 19, 2008 Open Girl Scout Sleepover

April 26, 2008 Open Cub/Boy Scout Sleepover

May 10, 2008 Open Girl Scout Sleepover

May 17, 2008 Open Boy Scout Sleepover

May 24, 2008 Open Girl Scout Sleepover

Sleepovers dates fill up quickly so register early!

Please note:

Open Girl Scout Sleepovers are for GIRLS ONLY (6 and up) with FEMALE LEADERS and CHAPERONES. No MALE siblings or friends are allowed.

Open Ciub/Boy Scout Sleepovers are for BOYS ONLY (6 and up) with MALE or FEMALE LEADERS and CHAPERONES. No FEMALE siblings ot friends under the age of 18 are allowed.

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Science After Dark
TIMES     6 pm - 10 pm     FEE     $20 per person

Have you always wanted to explore a museum after hours? Bring your scout council or community group (minimum 100 people) and experience a private evening of science investigation.

For Scouts:
Choose from the following themes and earn a badge.

Girl Scouts:      Science Explorers/ Science Wonders/ Science Sleuth
Cub Scouts:     Space/Flight/ Chemistry/ Magic & Science

 

Your Science After Dark Program Fee Includes:

  • Hall admission and parking
  • Orientation
  • Exhibition Exploration
  • Evening snack
  • A Make-it & Take-it Activity
  • Auditorium Presentation

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Discovery Days are a whole new EXPERIENCE

EXPERIENCE SCIENCE
in a new program that let's community and scout groups explore the different wonders of science in a fun and engaging way. Through hands-on exploration, and specialized exhibit and program experiences, participants will gain a greater understanding of how science relates to everyday life.  Each experience begins with an orientation to the New York Hall of Science, and how to approach exploring the museum's diverse exhibits to gain a greater understanding of a particular theme. At the orientation, each participant will receive a guide, and scavenger hunt. Led by a science explainer, participants will then explore various exhibits that pertain to the theme, see a specialized show or demonstration, build a science related craft, or participate in a science activity. Each experience lasts 2 hours, and includes a lunch reservation in the dining area (you may bring your own food, or pre-order from the science cafe). Groups of 24 may book. Limit of 30 people (after 30, group may be split into 2). Information Packets related to the theme will be sent via email/mail, and take-home activity sheets will be provided to continue the learning at home. Each group may have a free exploration after they conclude their EXPERIENCE.

$15 per person

Experience

Activities

ASTRO
experience

 

Orientation (20 min)
Evening Sky Planetarium (30 min)
Rocket Demonstration (Living in Space) (30 min)
Search for Life Beyond Earth Exploration (30 min)
Dining Reservation (30 min)

PHYSICAL
experience

Orientation (10 min)
Playground (Spider Wall) (45 min)
Sporty Science Demonstration (30 min)
Sports Challenge Exploration (30 min)
Dining Reservation (30 min)

LIFE
experience

Orientation (20 min)
Meet Stuffee (30 min)
Hidden Kingdoms Exploration (30 min)
Plant a Seed Workshop (30 min)
Dining Reservation (30 min)

MAGIC
experience

Orientation (20 min)
Magic & Science Demonstration (30 min)
Magic Box Craft (30 min)
Optical Illusions Exhibits (30 min)
Dining Reservation (30 min)

CHEM
experience

Orientation (20 min)
Chemistry Demonstration (30 min)
Pfizer Biochemistry Lab Exploration (30 min)
Making Gak (30 min)
Marvelous Molecules Exploration (30 min)
Dining Reservation (30 min)

NUMBERS
experience

Orientation (20 min)
Mathematica Exploration (30 min)
Math Demonstration (30 min)
Creative Clocks Activity Session (30 min)
Cyberchase Crafts and Activities (30 min)
Dining Reservation (30 min)

LIGHT
experience

Orientation (20 min)
Kaleidoscope Craft (30 min)
Seeing the Light Exploration (30 min)
Laser Demonstration (30 min)
Dining Reservation (30 min)

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