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Museum Hours

🕙 Closed: May 8-10; May 26-28
☀️ Normal Operating Hours: Wednesday-Sunday: 10am-4pm
☀️ Normal Members Only Time: Wednesday-Sunday: 9:30am-10am
🕙 Closed: Mondays and Tuesdays

Admission

Adults & Children (ages 1 & up): $13
Children under age 1: Free
Explore & More Members: Free
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Explore & More offers free and discounted admission through multiple programs, including annual memberships.

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Welcome to Explore & More!

A world-class children’s museum that celebrates the power of child-led play, Explore & More – The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children’s Museum features four floors of fun in downtown Buffalo. The 43,000 sq. ft. museum sits at the crossroads of replica canals and bridges that have become year-round community destinations at Canalside.

The museum reflects that sense of place with thoughtfully crafted exhibits to create a welcoming community center that invites all families to play, wonder, discover, learn, and grow together.

Hear what our visitors are saying

  • My grandsons love it here. Don't want to leave. Very nice snack bar.

    Michael Biles Avatar Michael Biles
    September 23, 2023

  • Great outdoor spot for kids during summer season at the top floor. Nice kids museum

    Mushka Schtroks Avatar Mushka Schtroks
    September 23, 2023

  • Was fun! I've only been to the one in East Aurora a few years back. It was exciting to see my two boys play with all the exhibits, and enjoy themselves

    Eric Battle Avatar Eric Battle
    September 23, 2023

  • My kids had SO MUCH FUN! The adults had so much fun. The place is so enterans interactive.

    Berenice Ferrero Avatar Berenice Ferrero
    August 23, 2023

  • Fantastic! So many wonderful educational, hands-on, and fun exhibits for all ages.

    Ellen Dombrowski Avatar Ellen Dombrowski
    August 23, 2023
Explore & More will be closed to the public May 8-10.