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: 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.
We are closed to the public, we hope to see you soon for some hands-on play time!
Once a month, our 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 Evening »
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.
Get those wheels turning this weekend with STEM based activities that power the play across the museum the third Saturday of each month presented by National Grid. Come play your way through Science, Technology, Engineering & Math based activities that are so fun, kids don’t even know they’re learning! Join us for an out-of-this-world STEM Saturday! We’ll have space themed Read more about STEM Saturday presented by National Grid »
Fall is here! What better time to enjoy some quality family time playing and making memories together? Get ready for a jam-packed weekend full of fall-themed fun to celebrate the changing of the seasons both indoors and outdoors at Explore & More. From crafts in the Art Studio to making pumpkin launchers in the Tinkering Tank, there’s plenty happening at Read more about Family Fun Fall Fest »
Fall is here! What better time to enjoy some quality family time playing and making memories together? Get ready for a jam-packed weekend full of fall-themed fun to celebrate the changing of the seasons both indoors and outdoors at Explore & More. From crafts in the Art Studio to making pumpkin launchers in the Tinkering Tank, there’s plenty happening at Read more about Family Fun Fall Fest »