130 Main St, Buffalo,
NY 14202
Education
With hands-on, play based lessons your students, campers, and visitors will have so much fun they won’t even realize that our lessons support NYS and Next Generation curriculum standards. You provide the kids, we provide the fun! Explore & More is proud to offer a variety of offsite, in-museum and virtual programs that were designed with your group’s interests, needs, and curriculum in mind.
School Age Camps
Our school-age day camp programs are offered all-year long on designated school holidays and school break weeks. Our programs are led by our professional Educators. We are licensed and regulated by New York State Office of Child & Family Services. Fun, hands-on experiences will spark creativity, imagination, and exploration as children participate in planned thematic academic activities and venture throughout the museum to play and learn in the exhibits.
Field Trips
Plan Your Perfect Field Trip to Explore & More
Explore & More offers an unforgettable field trip experience, immersing students in hands-on learning through seven fully interactive play zones. Tailored to your curriculum and group needs, our spaces provide a unique opportunity for exploration and discovery. With advance reservations, groups of 10 or more can enjoy discounted rates and a dedicated visit experience.
- Interactive Play Zones: Enjoy two hours of exploration in our seven fully interactive play areas.
- Special Rates: Groups of 10+ receive discounted admission; one free adult per five children.
- Inclusive Support: Customized sensory and behavioral supports are available for all needs.
Classes
Join Our Engaging Classes for Young Learners
Explore & More offers a variety of classes tailored for children aged 1-5, focusing on developmental needs through play. Our programs provide a safe, fun environment with enhanced safety measures and limited capacity. Reserve your spot today to ensure your child’s place in our enriching sessions.
- Toddler Time: A 1-hour program for ages 18 months to 3 years. Saturdays, 9:00-10:00 am. Cost: $15/participant.
- Explore Even More: Pre-K class for ages 3-4, including literacy and math skills. Saturdays, 9:00-10:00 am. Cost: $15/participant.
- Play & Learn: Multi-sensory class for diverse learners aged 3-4. Includes museum admission. Saturdays, 9:00-10:00 am. Cost: $10/child.
Au-Some Evenings
A Night for Fun and Learning
Au-Some Evenings offer a unique opportunity for children with autism and sensory processing needs to explore and play in a welcoming environment. Join us each month for a night filled with themed activities, sensory exploration, and supportive programming designed to foster fun and learning.
- Interactive Activities: Enjoy art projects, sensory exploration, and therapy animals.
- Supportive Environment: Special education volunteers facilitate learning and social interaction.
- Family Resources: Access parent materials, social stories, and child development tips.
Professional Development
Elevate Your Skills
Join our comprehensive courses designed for early childhood education professionals. From the Power of Play to Social Emotional Development, our programs offer valuable insights and practical strategies to enhance your teaching and support young learners.
- STEM Foundation: Discover hands-on activities to inspire young scientists and foster a love for science.
- Social Emotional Development: Learn strategies to teach emotional literacy and manage “big feelings” in preschoolers.
- The Power of Play: Explore the vital role of play in child development and learn techniques to enrich your classroom.
Team-Building Experiences
Revitalize Your Team with Explore & More Team-Building Experiences
Unleash your team’s creativity and collaboration with our unique team-building activities. Spend 2.5 hours engaging in a customized museum-wide scavenger hunt and hands-on projects that promote teamwork and innovation in a playful environment.
- Scavenger Hunt: Work together to solve clues and learn fun facts about WNY in our interactive museum.
- Hands-On Activities: Enjoy creative sessions in our Tinkering Tank and Art Studios, guided by our Play-to-Learn Facilitators.
- Flexible Add-Ons: Enhance your experience with food and beverages from our Low Bridge Café and reserve meeting spaces for post-activity sessions.
Outreach Programming
Bring the Fun of Explore & More to Your Location with Our Outreach Programming
Looking for some hands-on critical thinking challenges for your students? Look no further than Explore & More’s outreach programming!We have both high-in-demand programs back for another year, and some brand-new programs ready to roll out!
Programs are available for PreK through 5th Grade.
