America 250 Scavenger Hunt

Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with a mission that puts your team at the center of history! This Spy Museum mission challenges teams to uncover how espionage shaped the United States from its founding to its rise as a global power.

Race through the Museum on a covert operation, answering 20 carefully crafted questions that highlight American espionage from the Revolutionary War to modern-day intelligence. Put your observation, strategy, and teamwork to the test as you navigate the galleries in pursuit of victory. Museum staff will score your speed and accuracy to determine the top team. At the event's close, the MC will announce the results and prizes at your discretion.   

Basic Intel

• Hours: Scavenger Hunts can be conducted either during Museum hours, or in conjunction with an After-Hours event at the Museum. If the program is conducted during Museum hours, the program must conclude no later than the Museum’s daily closing time, If the program is conducted after-hours, the program must conclude no later than 11 pm. Even spies need to sleep.
• Fees: $45.00 per participant (plus tax) includes General Admission. Please note: After-hours access requires additional fee, which may be discussed over the phone. 
• Payment is due in full prior to the event. 
• Reservation is subject to the availability of both the Museum and the Museum’s staff.
• Customized Scavenger Hunt questions may be created for an additional fee.
• Age Recommendations: 18 and older
• Accommodates: Between 12 and 100 participants. We bill for a minimum of 12.
• Prizes: Contact the Private Events team prior to your Hunt to purchase prizes or takeaways for your group. Get a 20% discount if you buy 20 or more of the same item!