The Fort Bend County Museum has a variety of birthday party options for children in a warm historic atmosphere you will not find anywhere else. You may choose from one of the following party packages.
Smith Family at Home - In 1860, Thomas Jefferson and Julia Bassett Smith lived in the Long-Smith Cottage with ten of their children. Learn all about this family and how they lived by touring their home, dressing in period costumes, and helping with daily chores. Some activities include drawing water, washing clothes, churning butter, and making corn cob toys. Your child and guests will enjoy themselves, and learn to appreciate their life in the 21st century.
Victorian Dress-up - Boys and girls will dress up in "turn of the 19th century" clothing. The children will be attired hats, parasols, dresses, vests and caps. Children will have the opportunity to play graces, hoops, and horseshoes and may learn to walk on stilts. It's a great chance for children to have loads of fun while learning what your grandparents did for fun before video games, noisy toys, and batteries.
Victorian Tea Party - Invite your daughter's friends to an authentic Victorian tea party on the porch of the historic Moore Home. In order to dress the part, guests will create their own Victorian fan and decorate a straw hat with silk flowers and ribbons. The museum will provide hats or guests may bring their own. Afterward, your daughter and her friends will show off their creations while enjoying a tea service complete with authentic teacups and saucers.
These programs are designed for preschool through third grade and will last approximately one hour. Following our program, the birthday party activities (such as serving cake and ice cream) will be held on the enclosed side porch of the historic Moore Home. The family will furnish all serving items, decorations and refreshments. The museum will supply table, chairs, and a limited variety of table coverings. Price: All parties are $5.00 per child with a minimum total of 15, one adult free for every fifth child. A deposit of $50.00 is required for reservations. Total duration of the party is 2 hours. Age Limit: 5 years and older. Max. 25
To book your historic birthday party, or for more information, email Delores Moore, or call her at 281.342.6478