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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.

Tickets

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

Featured Upcoming Events

  • September 8-17: Closed for Annual Maintenance
  • October 12-14: Family Fall Fest
  • October 26-27, 30-31: Spooktacular

Museum Hours (September 2024)

explore & More will be closed September 8-17 for annual maintenance

☀️ Open: September 4-7, September 18-22, September 25-29: 10am-4pm (Members Only at 9:30am)
🕙 Closed: September 8-17, September 23-24, September 30-October 1

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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Day Camp: Go Fly a Kite

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

Humans have always been fascinated with flying like the birds. Kites may seem like they are just for fun, but history shows kites are much more than a toy. Ancient Chinese used kites in battle and exploration. 18th century scientists used kites to study weather and electricity. The Wright Brothers would not have been able to invent the airplane without Read more about Day Camp: Go Fly a Kite »

Explore & More will be closed 9/8-9/17 for annual maintenance. We will be open for play again on 9/18.