Step into a high-stakes puzzle with the Jewel Heist escape game at Cooper Hewitt Museum. Perfect for puzzle lovers and cultural adventurers, this indoor challenge offers unique fun in the heart of NYC. Keep reading to find out what makes this experience so special.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
No special fitness required, just focus and quick thinking
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History
The Cooper Hewitt Museum, established in 1897, is housed in a historic Carnegie mansion, blending art, design, and history.
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Escape 605
Step into a high-stakes puzzle with the Jewel Heist escape game at Cooper Hewitt Museum. Perfect for puzzle lovers and cultural adventurers, this indoor challenge offers unique fun in the heart of NYC. Keep reading to find out what makes this experience so special.
Escape 605 is an escape room company based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, offering both on-site escape room adventures and portable escape crate experiences. The company operates a rotating lineup of themed rooms and crate games that range from heist and mystery to whimsical and survival scenarios. Experiences include Escape Crate - The Great Jewel Heist, Aunt Edna’s 2.DEAD, Down the Rabbit Hole, Bank Heist, Snow’d In, Lockbusters, Area 51, Escape Crate - Where is Grandpa Ope?, and Escape Crate - The Escape Lot. Each experience challenges groups to solve puzzles, uncover clues, and complete objectives within a set time frame. Escape 605 designs rooms and crates to suit a variety of groups, including friends, families, team-building outings, and game-night gatherings. The business emphasizes clear instructions, immersive set pieces, and puzzle-driven storytelling to deliver consistent, repeatable gameplay.
Escape 605 is locally owned and operated in Sioux Falls and promotes safety and accessibility by providing staff support during sessions and offering detailed briefings before play. Booking information, availability, and specific room descriptions are published on the company’s site and third-party listings. Escape 605 has been featured on The Adventure Collective, which highlights noteworthy adventure tourism operators. That feature and the published experience descriptions help prospective players confirm themes, difficulty, and suitability before booking. For groups seeking timed puzzle challenges in Sioux Falls, Escape 605 provides multiple themed options—both physical rooms and mailed escape crates—designed to engage problem-solvers and deliver memorable, narrative-driven puzzle experiences.
Players can expect immersive storytelling, layered puzzles, and staff-monitored sessions tailored to each booking and repeat visits.
Location
Sioux Falls, SD
Based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Tours Offered
9 Experiences
Nine themed escape experiences
Experience Types
Escape rooms & escape crates
Live rooms and mailed escape crates
Theme Variety
Heist, Mystery, Whimsy, Survival
Wide variety of themed challenges
Reserve a themed session with Escape 605 today — choose a live room or order an escape crate for home delivery.
Arrive Early
Get comfortable and review the rules before the game begins for a smoother experience.
Bring Your Best Teamwork
Work closely with your teammates—communication is key to cracking the clues faster.
Dress Comfortably
Wear comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for a fast-paced, indoor activity.
Use Clues Carefully
Pay close attention to details in the exhibits—they hold the key to unlocking the secrets.
Comfortable Clothing
Wear clothing that allows free movement for a quick-paced puzzle challenge.
Notebook and Pen
Helpful for noting clues and hints during the game.
Smartphone or Camera
Use for taking photos of clues or hints if allowed.
Watch or Timer
Keep track of your time to maximize your team’s efficiency.