Calendar

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

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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Folk Art Fridays

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

Join us at Explore & More for FOLK ART FRIDAYS every Friday from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM, as we conduct activities that will immerse children and families in different forms of folk art, from dance and movement to songs and storytelling, to costuming and crafts.  Don't miss out on the fun! Participation is FREE with paid admission.  Better yet, become a member Read more about Folk Art Fridays »

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Scavenger Hunt Saturdays

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

Every Saturday in July & August join us for an exciting scavenger hunt throughout the museum-find all the clues and you'll go home with a very special prize, presented by Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield.

Summer Safety Day

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

Join us for Safety for the Summer at Explore & More!  We've partnered with various local organizations to highlight safety measures for families! Child Advocacy Center/Best Self will be promoting safe sleep for babies. Kaleida will be here doing bike helmet fittings and even giving away some helmets (while supplies last). Goldfish Swim School will be teaching water safety. Erie Read more about Summer Safety Day »

Folk Art Fridays

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

Join us at Explore & More for FOLK ART FRIDAYS every Friday from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM, as we conduct activities that will immerse children and families in different forms of folk art, from dance and movement to songs and storytelling, to costuming and crafts.  Don't miss out on the fun! Participation is FREE with paid admission.  Better yet, become a member Read more about Folk Art Fridays »

Folk Art Fridays

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

Join us at Explore & More for FOLK ART FRIDAYS every Friday from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM, as we conduct activities that will immerse children and families in different forms of folk art, from dance and movement to songs and storytelling, to costuming and crafts.  Don't miss out on the fun! Participation is FREE with paid admission.  Better yet, become a member Read more about Folk Art Fridays »

Folk Art Fridays

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

Join us at Explore & More for FOLK ART FRIDAYS every Friday from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM, as we conduct activities that will immerse children and families in different forms of folk art, from dance and movement to songs and storytelling, to costuming and crafts.  Don't miss out on the fun! Participation is FREE with paid admission.  Better yet, become a member Read more about Folk Art Fridays »

National Ice Cream Day with Milk for Health

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

Saturday, July 17th is is National Ice Cream Day!  Milk For Health will be here making ice cream in a bag from 11-2 along with The Dairy Princesses!

Fun in the Sun

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

Fun in the Sun: action through acting with Theater of Youth. This special free event requires advance registration so be sure to reserve your space today!

Free
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Bike Rodeo

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

Join us for a bike rodeo with GOBike Bufflalo, at the Lakeside Bike Park, Outer Harbor.  This free event requires advance registration.

Molina Mondays

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

To kickoff Molina Mondays, the museum is hosting a safety day in which many community partners, such as Oishei Children’s Hospital, Goldfish Swim School and the Buffalo Police Department, to come and share useful information with caregivers on keeping their families and homes safe. Of course, there will be cool giveaways and fun and engaging activities for the children to Read more about Molina Mondays »

Touch a Truck

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

Trucking through the Summer from A-Z culminates with our biggest event yet: Touch-a-Truck!  Over 50 trucks will be parked along Canalside for a fun outdoor event for the whole family, and did we mention it’s free? Yes, thanks to M&T Bank and Dunn Tire, children can explore construction, utility, and first responder vehicles; honk the horn of a firetruck or sit Read more about Touch a Truck »

Free

Music & Puppet Workshop

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

Join us for a free music & puppet workshop presented by Nusantara Arts.  Space is limited for this free event and advance registration is required.

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