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Our Upcoming Hours

🕙 Closed: September 8-17 (Annual Maintenance)
☀️ Open: September 18-22: 10am-4pm (Members Only at 9:30am)
🕙 Closed: September 23-24
☀️ Open: September 25-29: 10am-4pm (Members Only at 9:30am)
🕙 Closed: September 30-October 1

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

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
February 23, 2021
Great place to go for kids of all ages. Beautiful building, both inside and outside and the staff were really nice. Worth the drive over the border.

David DiPietro
September 23, 2023
Very beautiful place to take the kids to.

Jose Luis
July 23, 2023
Awesome experience. Very clean, kids and adults had a blast. Can't wait to go back.

Michael K
January 15, 2023
So fun for kids!

Jamie Erickson
February 15, 2023