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Custom Party

Length: 2 hours
Age: 8 years and up

Create a unique 19th-century experience based on the interests and needs of your group.  Combine units from the lists below to customize your program. Select two units from each group. Call us for information on seasonal availability and suggested combinations. Gibson House Museum is a fun place to try new activities! We thrive on questions and curiosity, and provide a safe and comfortable space for discovery and exploration.

Group One

  • Bake scones or derby cakes in the historic kitchen
  • Churn butter & make ice cream (warm weather option)
  • Make dipped and moulded candles
  • Carding & dyeing sheep's fleece (one hour unit)

Group Two

  • Carding sheep's fleece
  • Using a drop spindle (with carding only)
  • Exploring 19th century costume
  • Making handkerchief dolls (ages 7 & up)
  • Toys and games
  • Writing with quills (ages 7 & up.)
  • 19th century crafts (one hour unit)
Price: $200 for up to 12 children
Additional children: $15 each to a maximum of 20
Room Rental: $25  per hour
Availability: Year-round
Things to know:
  • Call early for best date selection, options always available

  • Payment is due upon arrival

  • *A $40 staffing fee is charged for evening bookings

  • Loot bags with items from our gift shop are available and start at $5.50 per person

  • HST will be added to prices quoted

  • If you rent or use the party area: Decorations, refreshments and serving supplies are the responsibility of the organizer. You may decorate the party tables but not walls, windows, etc.