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Museum Hours

☀️ Open for Play: Wednesday-Sunday: 10am-4pm
☀️ Members Only: Wednesday-Sunday: 9:30am-10am
🕙 Closed: Monday and Tuesday

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

  • Very beautiful place to take the kids to.

    Jose Luis Ferrero Sr. Avatar Jose Luis Ferrero Sr.
    July 23, 2023
  • We LOVED so many things about this gem located downtown Buffalo located right near the Rink and military museum. First, the staff are incredibly friendly and helpful. Everyone takes child safety seriously and the layout of the museum is perfect for small kids who excitedly dart from exhibit to exhibit. Speaking of exhibits, there are so many that I haven't seen elsewhere including the carwash, Erie Canal water play, and more. This museum would be great for ages 11 and under. So much to learn and so much to play with. Also, very clean and new. I highly recommend. We will go back! Edited to add we spent 3 hours here but could spend more!

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    Melissa Macdonald Avatar Melissa Macdonald
    September 23, 2023
  • An excellent place for children to learn and explore all about the world around them. Very clean, well staffed, everyone is friendly and kind, excellent security measures for the kids and a reasonable entry price ($13) for in and out entry. This place alone is worth the visit to Buffalo.

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    Shannon R. Avatar Shannon R.
    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
  • Such a fun place! 15 month old had a blast and was a great family day! Would highly recommend to anyone looking to spend some time as a family. Everything was very clean and felt safe.

    Mike Stachura Avatar Mike Stachura
    February 23, 2021
Field trips are back! Please be aware that it will be busier than usual.