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 For Play: Wednesday-Sunday: 10am-4pm
Members Only: Wednesday-Sunday: 9:30am-10am
Closed: Monday and Tuesday
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.
From August 19th-23rd we will have an online auction. Help support the museum and get a jump start on your Holiday shopping (that's right we said it!) Great items include a smart TV, a Calloway golf bag with stand, a Weber grill, gift cards, camping supplies, back to school backpacks, autographed Bills & Sabres memorabilia and lots of toys. You Read more about Online Auction- First Birthday Party »
It’s finally time to celebrate our one-year birthday at Canalside! So what if it’s a little belated? We just wanted to wait so we could celebrate with you! Check our Facebook & website for fun Birthday themed activities, Storytime videos and other special surprises!
It’s finally time to celebrate our one-year birthday at Canalside! So what if it’s a little belated? We just wanted to wait so we could celebrate with you! For two weeks we will host family fun activities inside the museum and virtually. Children can participate in a scavenger hunt throughout the museum and win prizes. Little ones can write down Read more about First Birthday Party In Person »
Our summer fun is going full STEAM ahead! Each Wednesday escape the heat and join us inside to explore different STEM topics. Finish out the summer with us as we make math fun through games and hands-on activities. Wednesday WOW programs are brought to you by our generous supporters at National Grid and WNY Immediate Care.
Our summer fun is going full STEAM ahead! Each Wednesday escape the heat and join us inside to explore different STEM topics. Today, we examine all the uses and properties of magnets. Wednesday WOW programs are brought to you by our generous supporters at National Grid and WNY Immediate Care.
Our summer fun is going full STEAM ahead! Each Wednesday escape the heat and join us inside to explore different STEM topics. Today, we are exploring the importance of recycling. Learn about how you can make an impact on our planet while creating a unique work of art from recycled materials. Wednesday WOW programs are brought to you by our Read more about Wednesday WOWs »
Our summer fun is going full STEAM ahead! Each Wednesday escape the heat and join us inside to explore different STE(A)M topics. Today, we are doing our best to make a mess! Visitors will have a chance to play with all things messy including slime, oobleck and bubbles. Wednesday WOW programs are brought to you by our generous supporters at Read more about Wednesday WOWs »
Our summer fun is going full STEAM ahead! Each Wednesday escape the heat and join us inside to explore different STEM topics. Come splash with us while we explore all the great uses of water! Wednesday WOW programs are brought to you by our generous supporters at National Grid and WNY Immediate Care.
Our summer fun is going full STEAM ahead! Each Wednesday escape the heat and join us inside to explore different STEM topics. Today, we are combining art and the science of light to create unique masterpieces to bring home. Wednesday WOW programs are brought to you by our generous supporters at National Grid and WNY Immediate Care.
Our summer fun is going full STEAM ahead! Each Wednesday escape the heat and join us inside to explore different STEM topics. This week we are putting on our construction hats and using our imaginations to build! Visitors will construct structures large enough to play inside! Your imagination is your only limit for this fun program! Wednesday WOW programs are Read more about Wednesday WOWs »
Get your imaginations in gear and GO! Don't miss our 6th annual Touch-A-Truck, presented by our Lead Sponsors, NYSEG and Mutual of Omaha - it's bigger and better than ever! Have you ever seen a hot dog cooked in a live wire demonstration? You will at Touch-A-Truck, courtesy of NYSEG! More trucks, more food, more FUN! This annual family fundraising Read more about Touch-A-Truck »
