Private and semi-private events!
From birthday parties and corporate events to homeschool groups and summer camps, GTC is proud to offer a variety of private and semi-private events for a variety of groups. Please reach out for more information regarding scheduling your next event with us!
Interested in booking a birthday party? Fill out our Party Interest Form and we will be in touch shortly!
Check out some of our most popular programs below!
All of our full programs are accompanied by a hands-on component to create a memorable and educational experience for all participants. Choose between flume mining, geode cracking, make-a-mold, and more!
Introduction to Geology
Are you a budding geologist? Interested in learning about the rocks under our feet? Then this is the program for you!
Recommended for Beginners
Understand the differences between rocks, minerals, and elements
Define the three primary rock types and follow the rock cycle
Discuss erosion, geode formation, and crystal growth
Participate in a Q&A
Minerals in Daily Life
Once you have a handle on the basics we can “dig” a little deeper! Discover the wonderful world of minerals all around you!
Recommended for those with basic geologic knowledge
Define what a mineral is
Identify some common minerals in our world
Discuss how these minerals impact our everyday life
Use your detective skills to discover which minerals can be found in what everyday objects
Participate in a Q&A session
Introduction to Fossils
Perfect for novice paleontologists! Learn the basics about how the Earth preserves its history in stone!
Recommended for Beginners
Understand what a fossil is
Define the different types of fossils
Discover the fossilization process
Add new fossil terms to your vocabulary
Participate in a Q&A session
FAQs
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We currently ask for a minimum of 12 participants for a private event. There are occasional exceptions to this rule, so we do recommend still reaching out even if you have under 12 participants.
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Our programs currently range from $12-$32 per participant for a full private program.
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We are closed to the public on Mondays and until 1pm on Tuesdays in order for us to provide a private and secure facility for programs and events. We are happy to schedule a program outside of those hours with the understanding that we can only offer a semi-private experience.
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We are excited to provide a wide variety of science based programs! While we focus on geo-science topics, our staff has a broad spectrum of interests and specialties! We offer programs focusing on space, entomology, botany, ecosystems, and more! If you're interested in something specific, we can make it happen!