Tinkering Tank
Join us in our 3rd floor Tinkering Tank for hands-on activities! This program is free and open to visitors of all ages - no prior registration required.
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: Monday and Wednesday-Saturday: 10am-4pm (Members Only at 9:30am)
☀️ Super Sweet Sundays – Open: August 11, August 25: 10am-4pm (Members Only at 9:30am)
🕙 Closed: Tuesdays, August 4, August 18, September 2
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.
Join us in our 3rd floor Tinkering Tank for hands-on activities! This program is free and open to visitors of all ages - no prior registration required.
Join us in the Cooking Galley to make Red, White and Blue fruit skewers. These patriotic, healthy, cool treats are sure to get you in the 4th of July spirit! This program is free and open to visitors of all ages.
In celebration of the 4th of July, we are taking $4 off of individual admission tickets (normally $11). Offer valid only 7/4/2019.
Join us in our 4th floor Cooking Galley to celebrate the 4th of July by making a delicious Red, White & Blue Summer Snack Mix. This program is free and open to visitors of all ages.
The play extends late for parents who work, kids who need a night of getting their energy out, or families looking for an excuse to play together! No prior registration required, included with admission.
Come play as Explore & More brings the summer fun back with FREE Family Fun Fridays at Canalside! Each week we bring fun and engaging free outdoor programming to our beautiful waterfront. We bring projects, activities and games themed to coincide with museum happenings. Family Fun Days at Canalside are brought to you through the generous support of Wegmans.
Stop by the 4th floor Cooking Galley today to try a snack so delicious kids don’t even realize it’s filled with healthy ingredients! This program is free and open to visitors of all ages.
Join us the first Saturday of each month for a full day of fun and engaging healthy activities located throughout the museum’s play zones and educational studios at Fearless Family Play Day presented by BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York. These family friendly activity days are held the first Saturday of each month, with BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York Read more about Fearless Family Play Day presented by BlueCross BlueShield of WNY »
Join us in our 4th floor Cooking Galley for fun with food! This program is free and open to visitors of all ages.
Healthy snacking can also be fun! Join us in the 4th floor Cooking Galley to make and EAT “Ants on a Log!” This program is free and open to visitors of all ages – no prior registration required.
Stop by the Cooking Galley to try a healthy snack that is so delicious kids don’t even realize it’s good for them! This program is free and open to visitors of all ages – no prior registration required.
Come join us on this weekly adventure of play and learning to get ready for kindergarten! Occurring Wednesdays in our Tinkering Tank from 9:30-11:30 beginning July 10th through August 28th, this “Super-Fun” readiness program is designed for children entering kindergarten to practice skills in preparation for the upcoming school year. Age-appropriate activities touching on all developmental areas will be covered Read more about Kinder-Ready »