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; Spring Break Week (April 1-5): 10am-4pm
Members Only: Wednesday-Sunday: 9:30am-10am
Closed: Monday and Tuesday
Open: April 8 (9:30am-1pm); Members Only (9am-9:30am)

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

Explore Even More: Pre-K Snowy Day

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

 Brrrrr! Get out of the cold and join us in the cozy museum for a Snowy Day themed pre-k class. We’ll make-believe we’re in a winter wonderland while we play in the museum, practice our letters with messy shaving cream, and make cotton ball snowpeople! We’ll even bring out the parachute and let snowballs bounce on top. Class will end Read more about Explore Even More: Pre-K Snowy Day »

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

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

Pay what you wish during our Open House presented by State Farm! On Saturday, January 28th and Sunday, January 29th join us at an admission price of your choosing either $5, $7, $9, and $13.

Letterpress Printing

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

Letterpress Printing Drop-In Workshop  Join us for artistic fun, with a truly imaginative activity! Explore & More will host our friends from Western New York Book Arts, in our Art Studio from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm, Saturday, January 28. Our visiting artist will teach participants the process of letterpress printing, and the craft’s rich historical importance. Stop by the Read more about Letterpress Printing »

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Members Only Playtime

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

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.

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

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

Pay what you wish during our Open House presented by State Farm! On Saturday, January 28th and Sunday, January 29th join us at an admission price of your choosing either $5, $7, $9, and $13.

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We are closed to the public!

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

We are closed to the public, we hope to see you soon for some hands-on play time!

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We are closed to the public!

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

We are closed to the public, we hope to see you soon for some hands-on play time!

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We are OPEN for play!

Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum 130 Main Street, Buffalo, NY, United States
Field trips are back! Please be aware that it will be busier than usual.