CHILDREN'S HANDS-ON MUSEUM OF NORTHWEST ILLINOIS
CHOM is a great place to have a birthday party, hold a school event, or host a meeting. Our 'party room' can hold up to 20 children. Birthday party rental includes use of the party room for 2 hours, admission for all attendees including parents, and access to the museum exhibits. For events or meetings, rental includes use of the facility, admission for all attendees, and access to the museum exhibits.
Birthday Parties Held During Normal Business Hours
When: Fridays and Saturdays 11 AM – 1 PM
How many: Up to 20 children
Rate: (Members) $100 (Nonmembers) $150
Deposit: $50 (refundable after event)
All parties must be booked with deposit a minimum of 1 week prior to the event.
Private Birthday Parties (After Normal Business Hours)
When: Contact us
How many: Up to 20 children
Rate: (Members) $200 (Nonmembers) $250
Deposit: $50 (refundable after event)
All parties must be booked with deposit a minimum of 2 weeks prior to the event.
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Field Trips
Group field trips available almost all days. Contact us to schedule.
Field Trips (Regular Hours): $75 up to 30 kids; unlimited adults. $2 per each additional child
Field Trips (Private): $100 up to 30 kids; unlimited adults. $2 per each additional child
Rentals
Special School/Community Events (Private only): $200 unlimited kids and adults
Educational Use (seminars/meetings, dance class, music training, kids theater production) (Private Only) $50 per hour)