130 Main St, Buffalo,
NY 14202
Classes
Explore & More is proud to offer a range of classes for children and families. So come play, learn and grow with our educators.
Offerings
These classes are designed for ages 1-5 to help support the developmental needs of young children through play! We have enhanced safety measures throughout the museum including limited capacity to ensure everyone is staying safe. Space is filling up fast so reserve your seat today.
If you’re a Member, remember that you can receive a special discount!
Toddler
Time
Toddler Time is a 1-hour program for our little ones ages 18 months up to three years, giving them and their caregiver the opportunity to play, learn and grow! The program includes museum exploration, circle time (including story time, counting practice, weather identification etc.), fine/gross motor development lessons and a take home art project. Each month there is a focused theme with changing weekly topics that fit within that theme. Some monthly themes include:
- Earth Day Fun!
- Do the Bunny Hop!
- Not-So-Spooky Toddler Time
- Jingle Bell Jam Literacy
- STEMtastic
When: September – June
Upcoming Classes:
Not-So-Spooky Halloween (Saturday, October 19)
9am-10am
$20 per child with an adult (includes price of admission)
Halloween is right around the corner so come dressed up and enjoy a toddler-friendly Halloween party with great hands-on activities!
Giving Thanks (Saturday, November 9)
9am-10am
$20 per child with an adult (includes price of admission)
Gobble Gobble! Bring your little turkey for some fun including story time, crafts and maybe even the Turkey-Pokey!
Explore
Even More
Take learning to another level with monthly activities for preschool students (ages 3-5 years old) to participate in a facilitated 1-hour program targeted to develop skills essential for Kindergarten success. The program includes museum exploration, circle time (including story time, counting practice, weather identification, etc.), fine/gross motor development lessons and a make-and-take art project. Each month, there is a focused seasonal theme. Monthly themes will include:
- Trick-or-Treat
- Family
- Holiday Fun
- Snowy Day Play
- Hibernation
- Spring
- Planting
- Butterflies & Bugs
- Sea & Shore
Upcoming Classes:
Trick-Or-Treat! (Sunday, October 27)
9am-10am
$20 per child with an adult (includes price of admission)
Enjoy exclusive access to the 3rd floor of the museum, for trick-or-treat time. We will sing Halloween-themed songs, read a spooky story, and make an adorable craft! This is an excellent opportunity to practice transitioning to different activities as a group and saying “Trick or Treat!” and “Thank you!”
Family Time (Sunday, November 24)
9am-10am
$20 per child with an adult (includes price of admission)
“Help with chores” with exclusive access to the 4th floor of the museum by playing in the garden, cooking dinner, going to the supermarket, and so much more! There will even be time to play with playdough and a parachute! We will paint “family portraits,” sing songs at circle time, and read a story about families. There will be opportunities to practice taking turns and work as a group.
Play &
Learn
Join us for a playgroup style pre-K class for diverse little learners and their parents/ caregivers. This class will meet the needs of children who benefit from a multi-sensory, flexible learning approach, and adapted materials. Children will have the opportunity to play in the museum at a quieter, sensory friendly time. Themed child centered activities will be provided that focus on social-emotional, pre-academic, communication, and motor skills. Parents will have the opportunity to connect with each other in a supportive environment. We will also provide follow up activities for home and advocacy resources.
When: September-June
Per our security protocol, guests are required to enter through our staff entrance located on the 1st floor – bypassing the 2nd floor lobby entrance. Walk underneath the 2nd floor bridge near the canal and you will find this entryway.
