Families, school and homeschool groups, scout troops, and youth groups—bring your sleeping bags for a "camping" experience inside Carnegie Museum of Natural History or at Powdermill Nature Reserve!

Each Overnight and Pajama Night includes hands-on projects, museum tours, games, and a snack. Overnight Adventures include a continental breakfast and embroidered patch. Theme-based adventures may offer a Science on Stage performance or special guest appearances.

Registration 
Contact Group Visits at 412.622.3289 or GroupVisits@carnegiemuseums.org. You may also register for some dates online using the links provided below.

	Ages	Scheduling	Chaperones
Overnight Adventures	Must be at least 6 years old	Friday, 7 p.m. to Saturday, 9:30 a.m.; orientation begins promptly at 7 p.m.	One adult for every 1–5 children (6 children=2 adults, etc.). Children must be accompanied by a parent or adult chaperone; adults must stay through entire overnight.
Fee $40 per person, including chaperones. Fee includes a $10 non-refundable deposit due within 30 days of booking, 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. No refund will be granted for withdrawals made with less than thirty days’ notice.
Pajama Nights	2 to 8 years old	Saturday, 5:30–8:30 p.m.	One adult for every child
Fee $25 per person, including chaperones. Fee includes a $10 non-refundable deposit in the event of withdrawal, and must be paid in full at time of registration. No refund will be granted for withdrawals made with less than thirty days’ notice.

Accommodations
Participants sleep on carpeted and tiled floors as a group. No tents or air mattresses are permitted; sleeping bags, pillows, and a sleeping pad work well. Please dress appropriately for community sleeping. Access to electrical outlets available for special needs.

Meals
Please, to preserve our exhibits and collections, no outside food or drink. Contact us to discuss special dietary needs. Overnights and Pajama Nights include a light snack; please make sure participants have had their evening meal prior to arriving. Breakfast for Overnights includes cereal, milk, juice, muffins or mini donuts, bagels, fruit, coffee, and tea.

New! Powdermill Nature Reserve Family Overnights

These overnights take place in Rector, PA, 55 miles southeast of Pittsburgh; click for directions.

• March 16: Winter's End
• April 20: Spring Life at Powdermill

Friday, 6:30 p.m. check-in; Saturday, 9 a.m. departure
Limited to 40 participants

Explore the nocturnal habitats of Powdermill Nature Reserve, the environmental research center of Carnegie Museum of Natural History! Most activities take place outdoors, so please dress for the season and wear comfortable walking shoes. Flashlights are appropriate, but not required. Powdermill Overnight campers must be at least 5 years old.

• Sounds of the night: Discover the amazing night sounds of local insects, birds, amphibians, and mammals. Learn to identify animals by their unique calls and understand why they make their strange noises. Try to locate some of the seasonal wildlife, such as owls in fall and peeper frogs in spring.
• Campfire stop: Enjoy an evening snack of hot dogs, s'mores, popcorn, and beverages around the fire and catch a story or two about nature after dark.
• Night hike: Navigate the trails without the use of a flashlight. Learn how nocturnal animals have evolved to survive when the sun goes down. Set up motion cameras in the evening and check them in the morning to see what animals use the trails at night.
• Seasonal activities: Decorate Powdermill's trails with edible ornaments you create to help the wildlife get through the end of winter. Explore vernal pools—springtime woodland puddles used by a variety of wildlife.
• Please note: The Nature Center is heated but temperatures may vary at night; please dress accordingly. The building has indoor restrooms and drinking fountains. Cell phone reception at Powdermill is poor; office phone is available for emergency use. There are no vending machines in the Nature Center.

Overnight Themes

These overnights take place at Carnegie Museum of Natural History.

All in One Night
February 3
April 13

Explore the museum at night as you are guided through a hands-on, behind-the-scenes look at our amazing collections. Examine amazing artifacts, play games from around the world, go on an animal hunt, and more.

CSI: Carnegie Science Investigator
January 27

Join the CSI team as an overnight detective and help us solve a mystery in the halls of the museum. Crack the case by collecting evidence and using your sleuthing skills.

Dino-ROAR!
February 11 (Saturday–Sunday program)
March 16

Travel back in time to spend the evening in the Age of Dinosaurs! Learn more about our Mesozoic marvels as you take part in a variety of hands-on games, tours, and creative projects. No bones about it…this is your best opportunity to explore Dinosaurs in Their Time up close.

Night of the Living Carnegie
March 30

Join us for a fright…we mean night …you will never forget. Tour the museum after hours and see the spooky things that come out after dark. Get a behind-the-scenes look at collections that are not normally on display.

Nighttime on the Nile
February 24

Spend a night along the Nile exploring one of the most successful civilizations in history! Investigate the mysteries of ancient Egypt, explore the inside of a temple, and make a scarab amulet.

Slumber Safari
April 20

Take an evening safari to different regions of the African continent: rainforest, savanna, and desert. Learn about the people and customs of African countries and go home with special treasures.

Pajama Night Themes

Pajama Nights take place at Carnegie Museum of Natural History.

Dino-rific Pajama Party
January 14
February 18 Click here to register online for this date
April 14 Click here to register online for this date

Wear your pajamas and try out our Overnight Adventures without actually staying overnight! This paleontological adventure includes a variety of exciting dinosaur-themed activities.

Pajama Safari
January 21
March 23 Click here to register online for this date

Ever wonder what it would be like to go on safari in your pajamas? Explore the homes of a variety of African animals and enjoy safari-themed activities.

Private Overnight Adventures
Special overnights are available for individual groups—choose from any of the themes described in our brochures. Advance notice of at least eight weeks is required. Pricing begins at 75 participants; smaller groups pay the 75-person minimum. Maximum of 120 participants. Call Group Visits at 412.622.3289 for more information.