Gilbert House Children's Museum has provided hands-on learning for children in our community for over 30 years. We are excited about the opportunities we have had over the past year to engage with children and their grown-ups as they play, learn and discover. We invite you to partner with us as we bring our signature events to the community. Your sponsorship dollars help us to keep moving forward in our mission of inspiring children to learn through creative play while providing essential funds for continued museum operations. If you'd like to hear more about our events, we'd love to connect with you. Please email Alicia Bay at executivedirector@acgilbert.org.
Halloween Re-Engineered
Our signature Halloween event is back! Halloween Re-Engineered provides children with an opportunity to safely trick-or-treat Gilbert House style. In the spirit of A. C. Gilbert himself, we use gizmos, gadgets, mechanisms, and devices to deliver treats to children.
Learn more about sponsorship opportunities or how your business can participate by downloading our Halloween Re-Engineered Sponsorship or Community Partnership Packet.
Noon Year's Eve
Help us Ring in the Noon Year as the Balloon Drop returns to Gilbert House Children's Museum. This family friendly New Year's Eve Celebration will include music, games, play in the exhibits and the Erector Set balloon drop.
Learn more about sponsorship opportunities by downloading our Noon Years Eve Sponsorship Packet.
Legacy of Play
Celebrate the Legacy of Play created by A.C. Gilbert with his invention of the Erector Set and other children's toys that inspire learning through creative play.
Learn more about how you can support this event by downloading our Legacy of Play Sponsorship Opportunities Packet.
Discover the Wonder
Join us for Discover the Wonder, a fantastic event aimed at promoting creative play at Gilbert House Children's Museum! The funds we raise will go towards enhancing the Outdoor Discovery Area. Enjoy a delightful dinner, participate in a silent auction, and don't miss the live auction featuring a special guest appearance by Buddy the Elf as our emcee!
Gilbert House for Grown-Ups
Play like a kid again at Gilbert House for Grown-Ups. This 21+ event is a fundraiser for Gilbert House Children's Museum and allows Grown Ups to come and celebrate their inner child with the added benefit of adult beverages.
Learn more about sponsorship opportunities by downloading our Gilbert House for Grown-Ups Sponsorship Packet.
You are welcome to scan and return by email to executivedirector@acgilbert.org or mail to our physical mailing address: 116 Marion St NE, Salem, OR 97301