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We're Open! 10:30am-4pmThu, Jan 15, 2026130 Main Street, Buffalo, NY 14202Don't miss Snore & More, our family sleepover event, on January 30! | DELAYED OPENING TODAY!
We're Open! 10:30am-4pmThu, Jan 15, 2026130 Main Street, Buffalo, NY 14202Don't miss Snore & More, our family sleepover event, on January 30! | DELAYED OPENING TODAY!
We're Open! 10:30am-4pmThu, Jan 15, 2026130 Main Street, Buffalo, NY 14202Don't miss Snore & More, our family sleepover event, on January 30! | DELAYED OPENING TODAY!
We're Open! 10:30am-4pmThu, Jan 15, 2026130 Main Street, Buffalo, NY 14202Don't miss Snore & More, our family sleepover event, on January 30! | DELAYED OPENING TODAY!
We're Open! 10:30am-4pmThu, Jan 15, 2026130 Main Street, Buffalo, NY 14202Don't miss Snore & More, our family sleepover event, on January 30! | DELAYED OPENING TODAY!
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Toddler Time: The Very Hungry Caterpillar

Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum 130 Main Street, Buffalo, New York

This Month's Theme: The Very Hungry Caterpillar This engaging Toddler Time will have us practicing the days of the week, our numbers and even types of food, along with a cute caterpillar craft and storytime.  Your little one will be “hungry” for learning! .stk-g0di9m9 .stk-button{padding-top:5px !important;padding-right:25px !important;padding-bottom:5px !important;padding-left:25px !important;background:#ffffff !important;border-top-left-radius:32px !important;border-top-right-radius:32px !important;border-bottom-right-radius:32px !important;border-bottom-left-radius:32px !important;}.stk-g0di9m9 .stk-button:before{box-shadow:0px 5px 0px 0px #42B4E6 […]

$20
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Fort Day

Let's combine engineering, imagination, and fun to build unique structures throughout the third floor! Use cardboard to construct space habitats and build control panels to add to a growing Space Station in the Celebration Room! Build castles with magnetic Jolly Heap blocks and design cardboard shields for imaginative play as well as catapults in the […]

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“Snowed In” Day Camp

Sign your child up today! Ages: Grades K-3Date: January 19Time: 8:30am – 4pmPrice Per Child: $80 per day (Museum members receive a 10% discount) Additional Information: --All classes are non-refundable and non-transferable. --Please bring a lunch, two snacks, a water bottle, and have your child wear sneakers. --Late pick up between 4pm-4:30pm is available for an additional fee of […]

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Open for Play on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

We’re open for play on Monday, January 19! And you can save on admission tickets that day if you donate to our Coats & Cans Drive! We are once again partnering with BankOnBuffalo to help our neighbors in need! Our Coats & Cans Drive will run through February 1 to benefit Gerard Place, Little Portion […]

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Snore & More: A Family Sleepover Event

Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum 130 Main Street, Buffalo, New York

We're hosting our first-ever family sleepover on January 30, 2026! Register today to spend a night at the museum. We'll have exclusive playtime and fun activities! Check-In: 6:30pm | Lights Out: 10pm | Check-Out: 9am Sleeping spaces are first-come, first-served on January 30. The museum will be divided into approved "sleeping zones" to ensure everyone's […]

$45

Kin & Tell: A Genealogy Event for Grown-Ups

Start your genealogy journey and begin to discover your family history with a special after-hours event just for grown-ups at Explore & More! Assisted by the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library's Genealogy Specialist Rhonda Hoffman, participants will begin uncovering their own histories and learn about the resources available at the library. Attendees will bring […]

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Toddler Time: Family Love

Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum 130 Main Street, Buffalo, New York

February's Theme: Family Love  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! .stk-qvf0ig4 .stk-button{padding-top:5px !important;padding-right:25px !important;padding-bottom:5px !important;padding-left:25px !important;background:#ffffff !important;border-top-left-radius:32px !important;border-top-right-radius:32px !important;border-bottom-right-radius:32px !important;border-bottom-left-radius:32px !important;}.stk-qvf0ig4 .stk-button:before{box-shadow:0px 5px 0px 0px #42B4E6 !important;border-style:solid !important;border-color:#42B4E6 !important;border-top-width:2px !important;border-right-width:2px […]

$20
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Au-Some Evening

Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum 130 Main Street, Buffalo, New York

.stk-h9v0yb2 .stk-img-wrapper{width:69% !important;height:434px !important;} Au-Some Evenings give children with autism and sensory processing needs, their friends and family an opportunity to play and learn together in an understanding and supportive environment. In addition to a fun night of play with access to the museum space and exhibits, we have special programming for families! The evening […]

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“Beach Week” February Break Day Camps

“Beach Week” February Break Day Camps

February 16, February 17, February 18, February 19, February 20 | INDIVIDUAL DAYS ON SALE Ages: Grades K-3Dates: February 16, February 17, February 18, February 19, February 20Time: 8:30am – 4pmPrice Per Child: $80 per day (Museum members receive a 10% discount) Additional Information: --All classes are non-refundable and non-transferable. --Please bring a lunch, two snacks, a water bottle, […]

“Beach Week” February Break Day Camps

“Beach Week” February Break Day Camps

February 16, February 17, February 18, February 19, February 20 | INDIVIDUAL DAYS ON SALE Ages: Grades K-3Dates: February 16, February 17, February 18, February 19, February 20Time: 8:30am – 4pmPrice Per Child: $80 per day (Museum members receive a 10% discount) Additional Information: --All classes are non-refundable and non-transferable. --Please bring a lunch, two snacks, a water bottle, […]

“Beach Week” February Break Day Camps

“Beach Week” February Break Day Camps

February 16, February 17, February 18, February 19, February 20 | INDIVIDUAL DAYS ON SALE Ages: Grades K-3Dates: February 16, February 17, February 18, February 19, February 20Time: 8:30am – 4pmPrice Per Child: $80 per day (Museum members receive a 10% discount) Additional Information: --All classes are non-refundable and non-transferable. --Please bring a lunch, two snacks, a water bottle, […]

“Beach Week” February Break Day Camps

“Beach Week” February Break Day Camps

February 16, February 17, February 18, February 19, February 20 | INDIVIDUAL DAYS ON SALE Ages: Grades K-3Dates: February 16, February 17, February 18, February 19, February 20Time: 8:30am – 4pmPrice Per Child: $80 per day (Museum members receive a 10% discount) Additional Information: --All classes are non-refundable and non-transferable. --Please bring a lunch, two snacks, a water bottle, […]

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