We are closed to the public!
Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum 130 Main Street, Buffalo, NY, United StatesWe are closed to the public, we hope to see you soon for some hands-on play time!
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: 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
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.
We are closed to the public, we hope to see you soon for some hands-on play time!
We are closed to the public, we hope to see you soon for some hands-on play time!
The Friday after Thanksgiving is typically a day full of special shopping deals and heavy discounts and is considered the beginning of the holiday shopping season. If you plan to take on the holiday crowds and are looking for a fun child care option for your kids, look no further. Explore & More will keep your children exploring and learning Read more about Drop & Shop – Stay & Play: Day Camp »
Santa Claus is coming to town! We’ll have festive, holiday-themed activities throughout the museum. Don’t forget to bring a toy to donate to help make a child’s holiday magical this season, click here to shop our wishlist!
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.
Origami Dragon Bookmaking Drop-in Workshop with Book Arts Teaching Artist RUBY MERRITT Join us in the Art Studio for a special craft! We will be joined by Western New York Book Arts and making origami dragon chain books. This activity will be drop-in, and open to any museum guests. This activity will provide participants with their very own origami book Read more about Origami Dragon Bookmaking »
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.
Santa Claus is coming to town! We’ll have festive, holiday-themed activities throughout the museum. Don’t forget to bring a toy to donate to help make a child’s holiday magical this season, click here to shop our wishlist!