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Host Your Next Kid's Event at The Exploratorium!

A Creative Kids Private Event Space in Long Island!

The newest event space for kids is now available in Wantagh, Long Island!  Host a cool celebration for children in our large event space. Inspired by children's museum spaces, THE EXPLORATORIUM offers STEM enrichment, stimulates creativity and inspires learning, all in the form of interactive fun! 


Celebrate with slime making for kids with a SLIMETASTIC event! After play time in the Exporatorium, children can make slime to take home. Or SIMPLY EXPLORE in our large event space for kids on Long Island! The Exploratorium has the latest in play —
Augmented Reality Sandbox
Light Wall

Legos

Magnet Wall

Building Corner

Habitat Discovery Table

STEM Book Nook

Wind Tunnel

And More!


Event Hours:

Wednesdays & Fridays: 5pm - 7pm

Saturdays & Sundays: 9:30pm - 5:30pm

Simply Explore Event package

45 min. in Exploratorium

45 min in Party Room

2 Pizzas ($20 Additional)

For up to 20 children ($15 per additional child )


COST: $675.00


45 min. in Exploratorium

30 min. Make & Take Slime Time — slime to go for kids!

30 min in Party Room

2 Pizzas ($20 Additional)

For up to 20 children ($20 per additional child)


COST: $825.00


REQUEST AN EVENT

Please fill out the request form with information about your event and we will contact you! If your date is available a deposit of 50% will be required in order to secure your event date. Please see below for details.

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If you have questions, call us at 516-464-4820

FAQs

Please reach us at info@exploratoriumny.org if you cannot find an answer to your question.

The Exploratorium is available for any group event or special celebration for kids! Perfect for a number of celebrations like a birthday, communion, pre-k or kindergarten graduation. Schools are welcome to host a class party, or class field trip. We also welcome Girl Scouts or Boy Scouts to earn a badge. Host an end of year peewee soccer party, family reunion or baptism. There's always a reason to celebrate at The Exploratorium!


We will have balloon centerpieces at the tables in The Exploratorium colors, along with plain table cloths. We will not allow tape, nails or pins that may damage our walls for other decor. Tabletop or stand alone decor is welcome.


Yes, pizza is provided as indicated in your event package details. You may add on another pie(s) as needed. You are welcome to bring snacks, beverages, cake or other desserts. (Please no alcoholic beverages for adults.) We will also provide paper plates  and napkins but let us know if you would like to use your own paper goods.


Each of our event packages includes 45 minutes of play time in The Exploratorium. The Slimetastic option includes added time for kids to make slime to take home.


We can comfortably fit 30 children at The Exploratorium, along with parents.


Yes, we encourage you to stay to watch over your child/children while they are enjoying The Exploratorium and other activities. Please let us know if you would like for us to order any additional pizza for adults ($20 additional per pie).


Details

  • A 50% non-refundable deposit is due at the time of booking. Balance is due at the time of your event. This will include any additional fees for children or pizza if you have not already paid for it at time of booking.
  • Please provide a final count of children expected to attend one week prior to your event. There is no minimum, however your package includes up to 20 children.
  • We are not responsible for allergies or food restrictions. You are welcome to bring any foods or beverages to accomodate your guests' needs.

Cancelation Policy:

If you need to cancel your event completely, the 50% deposit is non-refundable.. Cancelations must be communicated to us in writing by email to: info@exploratoriumny.org.  If your event is canceled within 48 hours or less of the start time, you will be responsible for 100% of your event fee. Your credit card will be processed for the remaining 50% at the time of cancellation. If you contact us 2 weeks prior to your event, we can arrange to reschedule your event for another date. 


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Tel. 516-464-4820

635 Wantagh Avenue, Lower Level, Wantagh, NY 11756

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