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 (Summer 2024)

☀️ Open: Monday and Wednesday-Saturday: 10am-4pm (Members Only at 9:30am)
☀️ Super Sweet Sundays – Open: June 30, July 14, July 21, August 11, August 25: 10am-4pm (Members Only at 9:30am)
🕙 Closed: Tuesdays, July 4, July 7, August 4, August 18, September 2

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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Kinder-Ready

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 »

$10

Cooking Galley

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

Join us in our 4th floor Cooking Galley for fun with food! This program is free and open to visitors of all ages.

Make Ice Cream with the Snow Queen

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

Escape the heat and join the Snow Queen to make your favorite summertime treat in Explore & More’s 4th floor Cooking Galley. Each participant will create their own favor and learn the science behind making ice cream. Click here for tickets! Note: Program contains dairy

$22

Cooking Galley

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

Join us in our 4th floor Cooking Galley for fun with food! This program is free and open to visitors of all ages.

Self-Portrait Workshop

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

It’s Frida Kahlo’s 112th birthday week! Help us celebrate by posing with your favorite animalito and creating your own fantastical self-portrait in our 4th floor Art Studio. Recommended Age Range: 4-10 Please note: Class fee covers the cost of one participating child. Museum admission and/or membership are required for entry.  All children must be accompanied by an adult.  Siblings cannot Read more about Self-Portrait Workshop »

$9.00
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Au-Some Evenings

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

Once a month, these special Au-Some Evenings give children with autism spectrum disorder and sensory processing disorder, their friends and family, an opportunity to play and learn together in an understanding and supportive environment. Families will have access to the museum space and play zones, including our cafe. Featured activities include a music center, therapy dogs, art projects and gross Read more about Au-Some Evenings »

ChiquiBomba

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

This fun dance and drumming workshop in the 4th floor Art Studio will get visitors moving to Bomba and Plena rhythms from Puerto Rico. Recommended Age Range: 3-10 Please note: Class fee covers the cost of one participating child. Museum admission and/or membership are required for entry.  All children must be accompanied by an adult.  Siblings cannot attend, unless the Read more about ChiquiBomba »

$10.00

Cooking Galley

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

Stop by the Cooking Galley to cook up some fun and try a healthy snack!  This program is free and open to visitors of all ages – no prior registration required.

Free
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Cooking Galley

Stop by the Cooking Galley to cook up some fun and try a healthy snack!  This program is free and open to visitors of all ages – no prior registration required.

Free

Art Studio

Join us in our 4th floor Art Studio for creative activities during our open studio time - no registration required.

Recurring

Cooking Galley

Stop by the Cooking Galley to cook up some fun and try a healthy snack!  This program is free and open to visitors of all ages – no prior registration required.

Free
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Library on Wheels – BECPL Bookmobile Visit

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

The Buffalo & Erie County Public Library on Wheels is visiting Explore & More's lobby the third Thursday of each month! With more than 3,000 books, movies and music for all ages  - there will be something for everyone! This program does not require Museum admission. Museum admission is not included with program participation.

Free
Upcoming Hours - OPEN: 7/5, 7/6, 7/8, 7/10-7/15 | CLOSED: 7/7, 7/9, 7/16