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Check out our calendar below for special programs and activities to plan your fun-filled adventure, or just pop by any day we’re open during our regular museum hours—we promise you’ll always find something to do.

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Advance ticket purchases are encouraged but not required. You can purchase tickets here.

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Museum Hours

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

2024 Holiday Hours:
The museum is closed on the following holidays: New Year’s Day, Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day (Monday and Tuesday), Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

There may be additional closures due to severe weather. Check Explore & More’s social media channels and local news outlets for updates on delays and closings.

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Explore Even More: Teddy-Bear Hibernation

Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum 130 Main Street, Buffalo

 If you & your teddy-bear go into the museum today you’re in for a big surprise! We’ll craft paper bear ears so we’ll be in disguise. Together we’ll watch and listen in the cooking galley as popcorn pops and as a kettle brews black tea just like in the story “Bear Snores On”. The day will end with playtime in Read more about Explore Even More: Teddy-Bear Hibernation »

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Celebrating Black History Month

Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum 130 Main Street, Buffalo

This month Explore & More will be celebrating the achievements of Black Americans, as we celebrate Black History Month across the museum.  We will have multitudes of programming in our studio spaces dedicated to African American Achievement, STEM pioneers will be honored in the Tinkering Tank, as the likes of Mae Jemison, and George Washington Carver will be a part Read more about Celebrating Black History Month »

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Smoothies 101

Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum 130 Main Street, Buffalo

Join us and Milk for Health as we sample some simple smoothie recipes that are healthy and delicious. Smoothies are a great way to get your kids learning, trying new foods, and having fun in the kitchen!

Field trips are back! Please be aware that it will be busier than usual.