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Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum 130 Main Street, Buffalo, NY, United StatesCome play into possibilities with hands-on, engaging fun & learning!
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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
- September 8-17: Closed for Annual Maintenance
- October 12-14: Family Fall Fest
- October 26-27, 30-31: Spooktacular
Museum Hours (September 2024)
explore & More will be closed September 8-17 for annual maintenance
☀️ Open: September 4-7, September 18-22, September 25-29: 10am-4pm (Members Only at 9:30am)
🕙 Closed: September 8-17, September 23-24, September 30-October 1
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.
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.
The Magic of Rob and Carol
Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum 130 Main Street, Buffalo, NY, United StatesDon't miss the 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! Presented by our friends at Milk for Health
STEM Saturday
Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum 130 Main Street, Buffalo, NY, United StatesGet those wheels turning this weekend with STEM based activities power the play across the museum the third Saturday of each month. Come play your way through Science, Technology, Engineering & Math based activities that are so fun, kids don’t even know they’re learning! Presented by our friends at National Grid
Holidays Around the World Cookie Decorating Class
Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum 130 Main Street, Buffalo, NY, United StatesHolidays Around the World with cookies is a tasty and fun way for children to explore cultures and traditions from around the globe. Join us for a morning of decorating holiday cookies in our Cooking Galley! Each ticket includes a personal cookie decorating kit* and our staff will be on hand to help. We’ll also have Storytime and a holiday craft station to enjoy. *Each kit Read more about Holidays Around the World Cookie Decorating Class »
We are OPEN for play!
Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum 130 Main Street, Buffalo, NY, United StatesCome play into possibilities with hands-on, engaging fun & learning!
The Magic of Rob and Carol
Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum 130 Main Street, Buffalo, NY, United StatesDon't miss the 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! Presented by our friends at Milk for Health
We are OPEN for play!
Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum 130 Main Street, Buffalo, NY, United StatesCome play into possibilities with hands-on, engaging fun & learning!
We are OPEN for play!
Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum 130 Main Street, Buffalo, NY, United StatesCome play into possibilities with hands-on, engaging fun & learning!
We are OPEN for play!
Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum 130 Main Street, Buffalo, NY, United StatesCome play into possibilities with hands-on, engaging fun & learning!
We are OPEN for play!
Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum 130 Main Street, Buffalo, NY, United StatesCome play into possibilities with hands-on, engaging fun & learning!
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Cookies & Cocoa with Santa
Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum 130 Main Street, Buffalo, NY, United StatesThe day will be happy and bright with a deluxe hot cocoa bar, jumbo sugar cookie decorating, and a station to write letters to the North Pole. The magic wouldn’t be complete without our guest of honor: Santa Claus! He’ll be spreading seasonal cheer with storytime and photo opportunities. Kids will also enjoy a guest appearance Sprinkles the Elf! This Read more about Cookies & Cocoa with Santa »
The Magic of Rob and Carol
Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum 130 Main Street, Buffalo, NY, United StatesDon't miss the 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! Presented by our friends at Milk for Health
