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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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Whimsical & Witchy Celebration

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

What’s the best way to get into the spooky spirit? Magical Halloween-themed activities with your favorite witches, of course! The Salem Sisters from Wonderland Character Entertainment will put a spell on you when you join them for spirited stories, crafts, and snacks. Come little children, and together we’ll have a Spooktacular Celebration! Ages: 4 and up Cost: $25 per child Read more about Whimsical & Witchy Celebration »

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Whimsical & Witchy Celebration

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

What’s the best way to get into the spooky spirit? Magical Halloween-themed activities with your favorite witches, of course! The Salem Sisters from Wonderland Character Entertainment will put a spell on you when you join them for spirited stories, crafts, and snacks. Come little children, and together we’ll have a Spooktacular Celebration! Ages: 4 and up Cost: $25 per child Read more about Whimsical & Witchy Celebration »

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Explore Even More

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

Kiddos who are hopping into Kindergarten in 2023 can practice their school readiness skills in our “explore even more” program! Pre-Kindergarteners are set up for success with fun and educational activities. Not only will children play in the museum daily, but they will also practice the following Kindergarten Readiness Skill-Builders: fine motor skills (cutting, writing, using manipulatives for small motor Read more about Explore Even More »

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Explore Even More

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

Kiddos who are hopping into Kindergarten in 2023 can practice their school readiness skills in our “explore even more” program! Pre-Kindergarteners are set up for success with fun and educational activities. Not only will children play in the museum daily, but they will also practice the following Kindergarten Readiness Skill-Builders: fine motor skills (cutting, writing, using manipulatives for small motor Read more about Explore Even More »

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Explore Even More

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

Kiddos who are hopping into Kindergarten in 2023 can practice their school readiness skills in our “explore even more” program! Pre-Kindergarteners are set up for success with fun and educational activities. Not only will children play in the museum daily, but they will also practice the following Kindergarten Readiness Skill-Builders: fine motor skills (cutting, writing, using manipulatives for small motor Read more about Explore Even More »

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Explore Even More

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

Kiddos who are hopping into Kindergarten in 2023 can practice their school readiness skills in our “explore even more” program! Pre-Kindergarteners are set up for success with fun and educational activities. Not only will children play in the museum daily, but they will also practice the following Kindergarten Readiness Skill-Builders: fine motor skills (cutting, writing, using manipulatives for small motor Read more about Explore Even More »

Toddler Time: Giving Thanks!

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

 Toddler Time is a 1 hour program for our little ones ages 18 months up to 3 years, giving them and their caregiver the opportunity to play, learn and grow!   Gobble Gobble! Bring your little turkey for some fun including story time, sponge painting and even the turkey pokey!  Click here to register!

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Explore Even More

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

Kiddos who are hopping into Kindergarten in 2023 can practice their school readiness skills in our “explore even more” program! Pre-Kindergarteners are set up for success with fun and educational activities. Not only will children play in the museum daily, but they will also practice the following Kindergarten Readiness Skill-Builders: fine motor skills (cutting, writing, using manipulatives for small motor Read more about Explore Even More »

Origami Dragon Bookmaking

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

Origami Dragon Bookmaking Drop-in Workshop with Book Arts Teaching Artist RUBY MERRITT  Join us in the Art Studio for a special craft! We will be joined by Western New York Book Arts and making origami dragon chain books. This activity will be drop-in, and open to any museum guests. This activity will provide participants with their very own origami book Read more about Origami Dragon Bookmaking »

A Visit with the Green Grouch

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

 Everyone’s favorite, family friendly Green Grouch is visiting Explore & More for the holidays! The grouch and his sweet friend Cindy will help you build, frost, decorate, and sample gingerbread houses - don’t worry, the grouch’s gym socks, onions, and banana peels are not included. Mr. Grouch will be sharing classic, immersive stories that the whole family will love. Spending Read more about A Visit with the Green Grouch »

$25

Toddler Time: Jingle Bell Bash

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

Toddler Time is a 1 hour program for our little ones ages 18 months up to 3 years, giving them and their caregiver the opportunity to play, learn and grow! Join us for a toddler time filled with holiday cheer! Storytime, crafts and a jingle bell jam to celebrate the season!  Click here to register!

A Morning with Santa

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

Spend an enchanting and cozy morning with Santa Claus himself, and his best little helper, Candy Cane the elf. In this class you and your family will be able to create magical memories while making gingerbread houses. Santa and Candy Cane will encourage and engage with the class as we build, frost, decorate, (and sample) together. An interactive story time Read more about A Morning with Santa »

$25
Field trips are back! Please be aware that it will be busier than usual.