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Thursday: 5 - 8 p.m.
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Sunday: noon - 6 p.m.

 

Open select Mondays

 

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$6: Seniors (65+)
Free: Children under 1 and Museum Members

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The Children's Museum of Houston

1500 Binz
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 522-1138

 

Scouts Central


Interested in participating in our Cub Scout Overnights?

For additional information please contact

Lizz Eynatten at 713.535.7265

or via e-mail at: leynatten@cmhouston.org

 

Cub Scout Overnight Dates
Friday, November 20, 2009
Friday, February 12, 2010

Girl Scout Overnight Dates
Friday, November 13, 2009
Friday, April 16, 2010 

Overnighter includes:

 •   Late Night Snack  & Continental Breakfast
 •   Unlimited access to state-of-the art interactive exhibits
 •   Free admission for the participating scout the following Saturday

Cost:

$50 per Scout
$25 for Adults within 1:4 ratio 

Questions ?

For additional information or to be added to the Cub Scout e-mail list, please contact Lizz Eynatten @ 713.535.7265 or e-mail leynatten@cmhouston.org 
 

Cub Scouts Reserve a Space Here
Cub Scout Final Registration Form

Girl Scout Reserve a Space Here
Girl Scout Final Registration Form

FAQ:

What can I expect at the Scout Overnight?
Cub Scout Overnights include activities to meet rank requirements, unlimited access to state-of-the art interactive exhibits, sleeping within one of the Museum’s galleries, movies, a late night snack, and continental breakfast.

How long is the Scout Overnight?
Check in begins at 7:00 pm on Saturday evening and the Overnight continues until 8:00 am on Sunday morning. For the safety of all attendees, guests are asked to arrive prior to 7:00 pm and to refrain from leaving until 8:00 am the next morning.  Scouts who attend the overnight will also receive free entry into the museum beginning at 10am on the following Saturday.  Families who wish to join their scout at the museum may register IN ADVANCE and receive special two-for-one tickets for the following Saturday.

What Activities will be available?
The Children’s Museum of Houston is able to offer unique and creative workshops that will help Cub Scouts (meet requirements for the following loops and pins: Science, Math, Language & Culture, Art, Citizenship and Physical Fitness. Each Cub Scout will be able to participate in one workshop during the Overnight, and then meet additional requirements while exploring the Museum at their own pace.  Girl Scout programming is still being developed for Brownies and Junior Girl Scouts, although activities may be offered to meet similar badge requirements.

What is the Museum’s recommended ratio of chaperones to scouts at the Overnight?
The Museum requires at least one adult for every four scouts but scouting groups are encouraged to follow their council recommendations for adult chaperone ratios. Please note that all Chaperones for the Girl Scout Overnight must be female.

What if I have someone in my group that has special needs?
We can accommodate those with special needs, but please contact us prior to the Overnight to provide specifics.

Are consent and release forms required for ALL Overnight participants including adult chaperones?
Yes, every Overnight participant is required to turn in a consent and release form! (These forms are included in the FINAL REGISTRATION form above.) Only individuals who have turned in a CMH consent and release form at check-in will be allowed to stay at the Overnight.

May we bring our own food and drinks?
No, the Museum will provide a late night snack and a continental breakfast for all attendees. It is recommended that guests eat dinner prior to arrival.

What do I need for my overnight stay?
Attendees will need a sleeping bag or blanket, pillow, and a change of clothing. You may also bring a small mat to sleep on if you wish. Inflatable air mattresses, cots, or more than one small clothing bag are prohibited due to space limitations. Please leave electronics at home.

May I bring my camera?
Yes, cameras are allowed within the museum.

Where do Overnight participants sleep?
Overnighters sleep within the Museum galleries.

Can non-Scout siblings or friends attend Scout Overnights?
No, Scout Overnights are for registered Scouts only.

How do I register for the overnight?
To reserve a space, a $10 non-refundable deposit is required for each scout and chaperone. Full payment for each participant of the November 20 Cub Scout Overnight is due no later than 5pm on Friday, November 6, 2009. Full payment for each participant of the November 13 Girl Scout Overnight is due no later than 5pm on Friday, October 30, 2009. You may reserve a space by completing the RESERVE A SPACE form. To fully book your troop or pack, please complete the FINAL REGISTRATION form and submit with payment. Completed forms can be faxed to Lizz Eynatten at (713) 522-5747 or mailed to:

ATTN:  Group Sales
Children's Museum of Houston
1500 Binz
Houston TX  77004

Can museum memberships be used to cover the Overnight cost?
No, museum memberships cannot be used to cover the cost to attend the Cub Scout Overnight. Families wishing to join their Scout at the Museum the day after the Overnight are eligible for 2-for-1 admission prices!  Girl Scouts please fill out this form.  Cub Scouts please fill out this form.  2-for-1 tickets are only available when purchased IN ADVANCE.  

What is your cancellation policy?
The Museum reserves the right to cancel the Cub Scout Overnight in the event registration does not meet minimum enrollment requirements. If the Overnight is cancelled by the Museum a full refund will be issued to your group. If the reserving group cancels the reservation there will be no refunds or transfers.

 

 

 


 
 
 
 
 

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