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.
Hours of Operation:
Monday & Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday, Thursday & Friday: 10 AM – 4 PM
Saturday: 10 AM – 5 PM
Sunday: 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Members Only: Sunday, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Holiday Hours:
The museum is closed on the following holidays: Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.
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.
Pay what you wish during our Open House presented by State Farm! On Saturday, January 28th and Sunday, January 29th join us at an admission price of your choosing either $5, $7, $9, and $13.
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!
This month Explore & More will be celebrating the achievements of Black Americans, as we celebrate Black History Month across the museum. We will have multitudes of programming in our studio spaces dedicated to African American Achievement, STEM pioneers will be honored in the Tinkering Tank, as the likes of Mae Jemison, and George Washington Carver will be a part Read more about Celebrating Black History Month »
This month Explore & More will be celebrating the achievements of Black Americans, as we celebrate Black History Month across the museum. We will have multitudes of programming in our studio spaces dedicated to African American Achievement, STEM pioneers will be honored in the Tinkering Tank, as the likes of Mae Jemison, and George Washington Carver will be a part Read more about Celebrating Black History Month »
This month Explore & More will be celebrating the achievements of Black Americans, as we celebrate Black History Month across the museum. We will have multitudes of programming in our studio spaces dedicated to African American Achievement, STEM pioneers will be honored in the Tinkering Tank, as the likes of Mae Jemison, and George Washington Carver will be a part Read more about Celebrating Black History Month »
This month Explore & More will be celebrating the achievements of Black Americans, as we celebrate Black History Month across the museum. We will have multitudes of programming in our studio spaces dedicated to African American Achievement, STEM pioneers will be honored in the Tinkering Tank, as the likes of Mae Jemison, and George Washington Carver will be a part Read more about Celebrating Black History Month »
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.
This month Explore & More will be celebrating the achievements of Black Americans, as we celebrate Black History Month across the museum. We will have multitudes of programming in our studio spaces dedicated to African American Achievement, STEM pioneers will be honored in the Tinkering Tank, as the likes of Mae Jemison, and George Washington Carver will be a part Read more about Celebrating Black History Month »
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!
Come explore cuisines from around the world with the top chefs in Western New York featuring chefs: Shana Maldonado - Built Without Guilt Lloyd Ligao - Pinoy Boi Smita Chutke - Smita's Cookery Brent & Caitlin Esposito - Espo's Catering Zelalem Gemmeda - Abyssinia Ethiopian Diego Castillo - Breva Kitchen Mary Ruth Rera - Guest Chef Ian Wortham - Guest Read more about Epicurean Event »
This month Explore & More will be celebrating the achievements of Black Americans, as we celebrate Black History Month across the museum. We will have multitudes of programming in our studio spaces dedicated to African American Achievement, STEM pioneers will be honored in the Tinkering Tank, as the likes of Mae Jemison, and George Washington Carver will be a part Read more about Celebrating Black History Month »
This month Explore & More will be celebrating the achievements of Black Americans, as we celebrate Black History Month across the museum. We will have multitudes of programming in our studio spaces dedicated to African American Achievement, STEM pioneers will be honored in the Tinkering Tank, as the likes of Mae Jemison, and George Washington Carver will be a part Read more about Celebrating Black History Month »
This month Explore & More will be celebrating the achievements of Black Americans, as we celebrate Black History Month across the museum. We will have multitudes of programming in our studio spaces dedicated to African American Achievement, STEM pioneers will be honored in the Tinkering Tank, as the likes of Mae Jemison, and George Washington Carver will be a part Read more about Celebrating Black History Month »
The theme for February Au-Some Evening is Friendship and Kindness. In addition to a fun night of play on all of our inclusive exhibits, we have special programming for families! In the Art Studio, families can make a Hanging Hearts Collage or Doily Heart Print. There will be sensory activities to explore in the Tinkering Tank including Valentine’s Day glitter playdough, Read more about Au-Some Evening »
Let’s bake with love! Join us for a special Valentine’s Day cookie & craft experience hosted by the Wonderland Princesses! Cost is $25/child with accompanied adult, pre-registration is required! Register today at exploreandmore.org - space is limited and is sure to sell out! February 11, 10am-11am & 11:30am-12:30pm » featuring Frog Princess and Rapunzel February 12, 10am-11am & 11:30am-12:30pm » Read more about Valentine’s Day Cookie & Craft Experience »
The Tinkering Tank will have a fun science activity that experiments with separating all the pigments of color in a black marker design. Then there will also be information about the inventor of the modern felt tip marker, Sidney Rosenthal!
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.
Let’s bake with love! Join us for a special Valentine’s Day cookie & craft experience hosted by the Wonderland Princesses! Cost is $25/child with accompanied adult, pre-registration is required! Register today at exploreandmore.org - space is limited and is sure to sell out! February 11, 10am-11am & 11:30am-12:30pm » featuring Frog Princess and Rapunzel February 12, 10am-11am & 11:30am-12:30pm » Read more about Valentine’s Day Cookie & Craft Experience »
This month Explore & More will be celebrating the achievements of Black Americans, as we celebrate Black History Month across the museum. We will have multitudes of programming in our studio spaces dedicated to African American Achievement, STEM pioneers will be honored in the Tinkering Tank, as the likes of Mae Jemison, and George Washington Carver will be a part Read more about Celebrating Black History Month »
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!
This month Explore & More will be celebrating the achievements of Black Americans, as we celebrate Black History Month across the museum. We will have multitudes of programming in our studio spaces dedicated to African American Achievement, STEM pioneers will be honored in the Tinkering Tank, as the likes of Mae Jemison, and George Washington Carver will be a part Read more about Celebrating Black History Month »
This month Explore & More will be celebrating the achievements of Black Americans, as we celebrate Black History Month across the museum. We will have multitudes of programming in our studio spaces dedicated to African American Achievement, STEM pioneers will be honored in the Tinkering Tank, as the likes of Mae Jemison, and George Washington Carver will be a part Read more about Celebrating Black History Month »
This month Explore & More will be celebrating the achievements of Black Americans, as we celebrate Black History Month across the museum. We will have multitudes of programming in our studio spaces dedicated to African American Achievement, STEM pioneers will be honored in the Tinkering Tank, as the likes of Mae Jemison, and George Washington Carver will be a part Read more about Celebrating Black History Month »
*Sold out!* Join us as we celebrate our family and friends with a special heart craft. We’ll also get our hearts pumping with some exciting gross motor skills and fun in the museum! Click here to register!
Get 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! Come join our STEM Educator in the Tinkering Tank for a chance to build your very Read more about STEM Saturday »
This month Explore & More will be celebrating the achievements of Black Americans, as we celebrate Black History Month across the museum. We will have multitudes of programming in our studio spaces dedicated to African American Achievement, STEM pioneers will be honored in the Tinkering Tank, as the likes of Mae Jemison, and George Washington Carver will be a part Read more about Celebrating Black History Month »
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.
This month Explore & More will be celebrating the achievements of Black Americans, as we celebrate Black History Month across the museum. We will have multitudes of programming in our studio spaces dedicated to African American Achievement, STEM pioneers will be honored in the Tinkering Tank, as the likes of Mae Jemison, and George Washington Carver will be a part Read more about Celebrating Black History Month »
Explore & More’s Invention Exchange Program brings learning and fun together—and the best part? The fun, inspiring activities we have planned will help kids take a breather from screen time, while still having a blast. Just imagine all that you can invent! Campers will learn skills in electronics, robotics, and fabrication to create useful, fun, and silly inventions to solve Read more about Invention Exchange/STEAM – Sold Out! »
Put on your hard hats, we're spending our winter break celebrating all things engineering! Can you think like an engineer as you try various activities and challenges in the Tinkering Tank where you can explore, create, test, and try again! Presented by our friends at National Grid!
This month Explore & More will be celebrating the achievements of Black Americans, as we celebrate Black History Month across the museum. We will have multitudes of programming in our studio spaces dedicated to African American Achievement, STEM pioneers will be honored in the Tinkering Tank, as the likes of Mae Jemison, and George Washington Carver will be a part Read more about Celebrating Black History Month »
This month Explore & More will be celebrating the achievements of Black Americans, as we celebrate Black History Month across the museum. We will have multitudes of programming in our studio spaces dedicated to African American Achievement, STEM pioneers will be honored in the Tinkering Tank, as the likes of Mae Jemison, and George Washington Carver will be a part Read more about Celebrating Black History Month »
Put on your hard hats, we're spending our winter break celebrating all things engineering! Can you think like an engineer as you try various activities and challenges in the Tinkering Tank where you can explore, create, test, and try again! Presented by our friends at National Grid!
This month Explore & More will be celebrating the achievements of Black Americans, as we celebrate Black History Month across the museum. We will have multitudes of programming in our studio spaces dedicated to African American Achievement, STEM pioneers will be honored in the Tinkering Tank, as the likes of Mae Jemison, and George Washington Carver will be a part Read more about Celebrating Black History Month »
Put on your hard hats, we're spending our winter break celebrating all things engineering! Can you think like an engineer as you try various activities and challenges in the Tinkering Tank where you can explore, create, test, and try again! Presented by our friends at National Grid!
Put on your hard hats, we're spending our winter break celebrating all things engineering! Can you think like an engineer as you try various activities and challenges in the Tinkering Tank where you can explore, create, test, and try again! Presented by our friends at National Grid!
This month Explore & More will be celebrating the achievements of Black Americans, as we celebrate Black History Month across the museum. We will have multitudes of programming in our studio spaces dedicated to African American Achievement, STEM pioneers will be honored in the Tinkering Tank, as the likes of Mae Jemison, and George Washington Carver will be a part Read more about Celebrating Black History Month »
This month Explore & More will be celebrating the achievements of Black Americans, as we celebrate Black History Month across the museum. We will have multitudes of programming in our studio spaces dedicated to African American Achievement, STEM pioneers will be honored in the Tinkering Tank, as the likes of Mae Jemison, and George Washington Carver will be a part Read more about Celebrating Black History Month »
Put on your hard hats, we're spending our winter break celebrating all things engineering! Can you think like an engineer as you try various activities and challenges in the Tinkering Tank where you can explore, create, test, and try again! Presented by our friends at National Grid!
If you & your teddy-bear go into the museum today you’re in for a big surprise! We’ll craft paper bear ears so we’ll be in disguise. Together we’ll watch and listen in the cooking galley as popcorn pops and as a kettle brews black tea just like in the story “Bear Snores On”. The day will end with playtime in Read more about Explore Even More: Teddy-Bear Hibernation »
This month Explore & More will be celebrating the achievements of Black Americans, as we celebrate Black History Month across the museum. We will have multitudes of programming in our studio spaces dedicated to African American Achievement, STEM pioneers will be honored in the Tinkering Tank, as the likes of Mae Jemison, and George Washington Carver will be a part Read more about Celebrating Black History Month »
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.
This month Explore & More will be celebrating the achievements of Black Americans, as we celebrate Black History Month across the museum. We will have multitudes of programming in our studio spaces dedicated to African American Achievement, STEM pioneers will be honored in the Tinkering Tank, as the likes of Mae Jemison, and George Washington Carver will be a part Read more about Celebrating Black History Month »
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!
