We are closed to the public!
Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum 130 Main Street, Buffalo, NY, United StatesWe are closed to the public, we hope to see you soon for some hands-on play time!
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.
Hours of Operation:
Temporarily closed 9/14-10/17
New Hours Beginning October 18
Closed: Monday & Tuesday
Members Only: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday 9:30 – 10 AM
Open to the Public: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Sunday 10 AM – 3:30 PM
Saturday 10 AM – 5 PM
Holiday Hours:
The museum is closed on the following holidays: Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.
We are closed to the public, we hope to see you soon for some hands-on play time!
We are closed to the public, we hope to see you soon for some hands-on play time!
Join us in Moving Water as we learn about the Erie Canalway and the surrounding waterways which have crafted Buffalo and the Western New York region into the wonderful place that it is today! These programs will vary in topic, and subject matter, ranging from arts and crafts to social studies exploration, perfect for ages 3-10 and their caregiver! Will Read more about Waterway Days »
Can you find Buffalo Beauts player Budde in the museum? If so, you can enter to win 4 tickets to the Buffalo Beauts vs. Toronto Six outdoor game at Riverworks on Friday, December 16th at 7 PM.
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!
The Buffalo Astronomical Association will be here in the art studio with their telescope for guests to look out and observe along with corresponding crafts, and our STEM educators will be in the Tinkering Tank with an LED Holiday Card activity! Get those wheels turning this weekend with STEM based activities that power the play across the museum the Read more about STEM Saturday presented by National Grid »
Milk for Health Presents Holiday Magic with Rob & Carol Allen for a live & interactive performance. Join them for an exciting mix of amazing magic, and game show excitement- with surprises for the entire family to enjoy! They appear at 11:00 and will disappear at 1:00-don’t miss them!
Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children’s Museum and Amor and Heritage Traditional Dance Company will be partnering for some extraordinary fun. On Saturday December 17 at 1 pm, all museum guests are welcome to take part in traditional dance performances celebrating the Holiday season. This activity will encourage various forms of education, including, cultural, physical, and Read more about Amor and Heritage: Celebrating the Season Through Dance »