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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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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Ice Cream Social

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

You’re invited to our ice cream social! We’re celebrating all things ice cream with our friends at Perry’s Ice Cream. There’ll be ice cream themed activities, storytimes, giveaways and more! Free with admission!

Recurring

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.

Recurring

Ice Cream Social

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

You’re invited to our ice cream social! We’re celebrating all things ice cream with our friends at Perry’s Ice Cream. There’ll be ice cream themed activities, storytimes, giveaways and more! Free with admission!

Recurring

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.

Recurring

Ice Cream Social

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

You’re invited to our ice cream social! We’re celebrating all things ice cream with our friends at Perry’s Ice Cream. There’ll be ice cream themed activities, storytimes, giveaways and more! Free with admission!

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Free Play Fridays

Canalside, Buffalo 44 Prime St, Buffalo, NY 14202

Let’s have some fun in the sun this summer as we play and make friends! FREE PLAY FRIDAYS take place rain or shine from 11 am-1 pm at the Pierce Lawn, Canalside. Registration is not required! JUNE 30 Super Soccer Stars JULY 7 Putting, Chipping, Driving & Golf Games JULY 14 Flag Football Fun JULY 21 Balls, Bats, and Baseball Read more about Free Play Fridays »

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Summer Campout with Barb’s Book Buddies

Pierce Lawn, Canalside 44 Prime St, Buffalo, NY, United States

Grab your happy little camper for an outdoor, interactive, family reading experience! Gather at Barb's Book Buddies camper and discover new stories from local children’s book authors and take home a Book Buddy surprise! (while supplies last)

Toddler Time: Safari Hunt

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

Roooooaaaaarrrr! I hear the sounds of lions, gorillas and elephants! Join us on this adventure as we learn more about safari animals and the sounds they make. We’ll even hunt for them in the “wild”! A story time, songs and even puppets will complete this roaring good time. We hope to see you there! $15 per child. Includes one caregiver Read more about Toddler Time: Safari Hunt »

We are OPEN FOR PLAY Wednesday-Sunday 10am-4pm! Field trips are back so please be aware it will be busier than usual.