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 October is Monsters, Myths, and Science Month!: Check our event calendar for all of our activities!

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October is Monsters, Myths & Science Month!

Could Dr. Frankenstein really use electricity to bring his monster to life? Is the Headless Horseman the only living thing that could survive without a head? Explore the science of monsters and myths with our hands-on demos, stage shows, and programs.

Science is all around us, whether we realize it or not! During the 12 Months of Science, we’re bringing you a different science theme or topic to explore each month through engaging daily activities that are included with general admission and free for members! No registration required.

  • Floor demonstrations: 10:00 a.m-2 p.m. (Saturdays and Sundays)
  • Science Spot stage shows: 11:00 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. (Saturdays and Sundays)
  • Wednesday Storytime with a themed activity: 11:30 a.m.
  • Activity Corner: 10:00 am.-2 p.m.

Plus, check out our web calendar for additional Monsters, Myths, & Science Month programming like Science After Hours: Frankenscience, Museum Monster Mash, Family Workshops, and more!

See our calendar for daily activities!

Enhance your 12 Months of Science experience with our brand new app challenges!

Download the Eventzee app from the Apple App Store or Google Play and choose from three challenges to explore the museum in new ways for fun or a chance to earn prizes. All three challenges are FREE to join and run through December 31, 2025. You may join at any time.
New challenges will be released every month!
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Here’s what’s coming up!

  • November: Science of You Month
  • December: Wacky Weather Month

Upcoming Events:

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There’s no better time to become a Buffalo Museum of Science Member!

As a member, visit the Museum for all 12 Months of Science with free general Museum admission, 10% off all Buffalo Museum of Science and Tifft Nature Preserve events, camps and programs throughout the year, 10% off at Stanley’s Science Shop, and free or discounted admission to more than 350 science centers worldwide.

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