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.
Advance ticket purchases are encouraged but not required. You can purchase tickets here.
Open For Play: Wednesday-Sunday: 10am-4pm
Members Only: Wednesday-Sunday: 9:30am-10am
Closed: Monday and Tuesday
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.
Looking for a safe, convenient and FUN way for your children or grandchildren to see Santa this holiday season? Well, get ready because Santa Claus is Coming to Town, with the help of MusicalFare Theatre and Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum, presented by Independent Health. No standing in lines and no masks required because it's all online! Read more about Santa Claus is Coming to Town »
Dear Au-some families, With the ongoing pandemic and the increase of local cases we have decided to be extra cautious for the time being and pause our in-person Au-some Evening event. However, Explore & More – The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children’s Museum, plans to offer a free virtual Au-some Evening. This event will take place Friday January 8 th Read more about Au-Some Evenings »
Join us for safe, in-person play!
This year we celebrate and honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. storytelling, crafts and activities all focused on celebrating Dr. King’s life and teachings, both virtually and in-person. Throughout his life, Dr. King worked to achieve equality in America by fighting against racial discrimination. Join Explore & More as we honor the life and legacy of the iconic civil rights Read more about Martin Luther King, Jr. Day »
Join us for safe, in-person play!
Explore & More is proud to announce that we will be kicking off our first Virtual Family Fun Night with a fun painting project, to get the creative juices flowing. This event will be held exclusively on Zoom and feature a local professional artist leading your children into creating a winter-themed masterpiece. This activity will be paired with a kit Read more about Virtual Family Fun Night »
Explore & More is pleased to be part of Museums on Us, Bank of America customers enjoy one free general admission ticket on the first weekend of every month. To register, please call the museum at (716)655-5131. Be sure to present your Bank of America®, Merrill Lynch® or U.S. Trust® credit or debit card and a photo ID when you Read more about Museums on Us »
Explore & More is pleased to be part of Museums on Us, Bank of America customers enjoy one free general admission ticket on the first weekend of every month. To register, please call the museum at (716)655-5131. Be sure to present your Bank of America®, Merrill Lynch® or U.S. Trust® credit or debit card and a photo ID when you Read more about Museums on Us »
Members-only playtime means that our members get access to all the fun and play the museum has to offer, just with other members! This special members-only playtime is a perk that comes free with every membership.
Dear Au-some families, With the ongoing pandemic and the increase of local cases, we have decided to be extra cautious for the time being and pause our in-person Au-some Evening event. However, Explore & More – The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children’s Museum, plans to offer a free virtual Au-some Evening. This event will take place on Zoom and your Read more about Au-Some Evenings »
Join us for Break Week! We'll showcase famous people, places, and events in history through fun and engaging in-person and virtual activities. Come and enjoy safe, hands-on play every day!
This play time is reserved for our most at-risk visitors, including older adults and individuals with preexisting conditions of any age. Capacity during the first hour play session will be limited to 50 individuals. Visitors will be entering the museum at its cleanest - following our deep-cleaning, overnight procedures.
