Sleep tight in the company of a black bear!

Families, school and homeschool groups, scout troops, and youth groups—bring your sleeping bags for a "camping" experience inside Carnegie Museum of Natural History! Sleep tight in the company of a rhinoceros, or roll out your sleeping bag in the high meadow next to a grizzly. Enjoy eight activities, including hands-on projects, museum tours, games, and visits to the Discovery Room and Bonehunters Quarry. Overnights also include an evening pizza party, a continental breakfast, and an embroidered patch. Theme-based adventures may include a Science on Stage performance, an Earth Theater show, or special guest appearances. Don’t forget to explore the other exhibition areas with your free admission the next day!

NEW! A World of Whales
(Recommended for grades 1-6)
Dive into the exciting world of whales during this overnight adventure!  Learn about cultures shaped by their relationship with whales from the Arctic Inuit to the Māori of the South Pacific, make your own whale-inspired art, and explore the special exhibition Whales | Tohorā.
November 20

Scheduling
Overnight times are from Friday, 6:30 p.m. to Saturday, 9:45 a.m. Orientation for the evening begins promptly at 7 p.m. on Friday.

Reservations
Contact the Group Visits Office at 412.622.3289 or GroupVisits@carnegiemuseums.org.

Required Chaperones
Campers must be at least 6 years old. One adult for every five children is required.

Fee
$40 per person—includes $10 non-refundable deposit due within 30 days of booking. Fee is for all participants, including chaperones, and must be paid in full no later than one month in advance of the overnight. Unpaid reservations may result in cancellation of a program.

Refunds
A full refund, less a $10 handling fee, will be granted for withdrawals made with at least thirty days’ notice. No refunds will be granted with less than thirty days’ notice.

Private Overnight Adventures
Special overnights are available for individual groups—choose any of the themes below. Advance notice of at least eight weeks is required. Minimum payment for 75 participants is due within 30 days of booking; maximum number of participants is 120. Call Bonnie Weiss at 412.622.3252 for more information.

Themes

Dino-ROAR!
(Recommended for grades 1-4)
Travel back in time to spend an evening in the world of the dinosaurs! Learn more about our Mesozoic marvels as you take part in a variety of hands-on dinosaur activities, games, tours, and creative projects. No bones about it—this is your best opportunity to explore Dinosaurs in Their Time up close!
January 8
March 26

American Indian Night
(Recommended for grades 1-6)
Spend the evening traveling across North America exploring the diversity of American Indian cultures, from housing and farming to tools and travel. Play a variety of American Indian games of skill and make your own game to take home!
November 13

NEW! A World of Whales
(Recommended for grades 1-6)
Dive into the exciting world of whales during this overnight adventure! Learn about cultures shaped by their relationship with whales, from the Arctic Inuit to the Māori of the South Pacific, make your own whale-inspired art, and explore the special exhibition Whales | Tohorā.
November 20
February 5

NEW! Carnegie Forensic Files
(Recommended for grades 3-8)
Use your investigative skills to team up with fellow campers to solve a museum mystery. See how Carnegie scientists use DNA to crack cases of their own.
January 15

NEW! Dino-rific Pajama Party
(Just for grades PK-K—please, no younger or older siblings)
Wear your pajamas and join us for a pajama party at the museum!  Children ages 3-6 years old and their parents or chaperones will have the chance to “try out” our Overnight Adventures without actually staying overnight. The evening runs from 6:00 to 9:30 p.m. and includes a variety of dinosaur-themed activities and a pizza party. Guests receive a patch to take home.
Cost: $25 per person.
February 19

NEW! Rock Around the Clock
(Recommended for grades 1-6)
Step back in Geologic Time to learn the earth's history! Visit Hillman Hall of Gems and Minerals and cast a fossil to take home.
January 22—This date for Boy Scouts only; fulfills some Boy Scout badge requirements
April 9

Slumber Safari
(Recommended for grades 1-6)
Welcome back this popular overnight which focuses on the many different biomes and cultures of Africa. Travel through time as well as the continent, from ancient Egypt to modern Africa and its art forms.
February 26—This date for Girl Scouts only; fulfills some Girl Scout badge requirements
April 23

Nighttime on the Nile
(Recommended for grades 1-6)
Discover the world of King Tut and Cleopatra when you spend a night along the Nile, exploring one of the most successful ancient civilizations ever.
March 5

NEW! Career Capers
(Just for grades 5-8)
This overnight, just for middle schoolers and their parents, involves meeting different science professionals and trying your hand at some of their jobs.
March 19
Siblings of the same age range welcome, but groups interested in this overnight should call Bonnie Weiss at 412.622.3252 to check availability.

NEW! Our Biodiverse Beasts
(Recommended for grades 3-8)
Explore the variety of mammals, insects, reptiles, amphibians and birds at Carnegie Museum during this evening of activities and tours. Be treated to live guests and a trip to the Alcohol House specimen storage area.
May 7