MUSEUM HOURS:

We’re always up to something fun
From camps and lectures, to annual day-long events celebrating things like bubbles and dinosaurs, to fundraisers like Beerology, to workshops and classes, we’re always up to something fun! Check out our events calendar for upcoming can’t-miss dates.


Our Events
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4 events,
SOLD OUT! Discovery Camp: All About Animals (Ages 3-4)
From lush rain forests and the extreme Arctic to your backyard, investigate animals living today - and even the ones that lived millions of years ago! Ages: 3-4 Cost: $237 (BMS Members save 10%) Early Bird Discount: Register by May 1 to save 5% per camper per week. Early bird...
SOLD OUT! Discovery Camp: All About Animals (Ages 5-6)
From lush rain forests and the extreme Arctic to your backyard, investigate animals living today - and even the ones that lived millions of years ago! Ages: 5-6 Cost: $295 (BMS Members save 10%) Early Bird Discount: Register by May 1 to save 5% per camper per week. Early bird...
SOLD OUT! Discovery Camp: All About Animals (Ages 7-8)
From lush rain forests and the extreme Arctic to your backyard, investigate animals living today - and even the ones that lived millions of years ago! Ages: 7-8 Cost: $295 (BMS Members save 10%) Early Bird Discount: Register by May 1 to save 5% per camper per week. Early bird...
SOLD OUT! Discovery Camp: All About Animals (Ages 9-12)
From lush rain forests and the extreme Arctic to your backyard, investigate animals living today - and even the ones that lived millions of years ago! Ages: 9-12 Cost: $295 (BMS Members save 10%) Early Bird Discount: Register by May 1 to save 5% per camper per week. Early bird...
5 events,
Collections Live: The Amazing, Awesome Arthropoda
Collections Live: The Amazing, Awesome Arthropoda
Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at a museum? Museums take care of ‘collections’ – but what does that mean? Collections LIVE is a new initiative to turn the museum ‘inside-out’! Previously backstage activities will be taking place in public spaces – check out what goes...
7 events,
Collections Live: Geology with Joe
Collections Live: Geology with Joe
Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at a museum? Museums take care of ‘collections’ – but what does that mean? Collections LIVE is a new initiative to turn the museum ‘inside-out’! Previously backstage activities will be taking place in public spaces – check out what goes...
SciNight: Sensors & Arduino
SciNight: Sensors & Arduino
Tinker with sensors and learn how to interpret the data you collect. Bring your laptop to this workshop introducing electronics and how coding for Arduino can sense the world around us. Each participant will receive their own Arduino and a sensor to continue to develop their skills at home. Price...
Behind-the-Scenes Tour: Geology Rocks!
Behind-the-Scenes Tour: Geology Rocks!
Holmes! What kind of rock is this? Sedimentary, my dear Watson. Learn why this and other CoRn Y jokes are funny by investigating the Museum’s Geology Collection. What you see on display is just the tip of the iceberg. Come behind the scenes and see the rock cycle, marvel at...
4 events,
Collections Live: Study Skins, The Science of Preservation
Collections Live: Study Skins, The Science of Preservation
Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at a museum? Museums take care of ‘collections’ – but what does that mean? Collections LIVE is a new initiative to turn the museum ‘inside-out’! Previously backstage activities will be taking place in public spaces – check out what goes...
1 event,
Solar Saturdays
Solar Saturdays
Solar Saturdays are back! Head to our rooftop observation deck and get a rooftop view of the Buffalo Niagara region and beyond. Weekly on Saturdays weather permitting. All Ages Included with admission/membership
0 events,
4 events,
SOLD OUT! Discovery Camp: Extreme Earth Camp (Ages 3-4)
Explore the exciting science of our marvelous Earth... and beyond! Discover how rocks, minerals, wind, and water work together to create wonders of the world. Ages: 3-4 Cost: $237 (BMS Members save 10%) Early Bird Discount: Register by May 1 to save 5% per camper per week. Early bird discount...
SOLD OUT! Discovery Camp: Extreme Earth Camp (Ages 5-6)
Explore the exciting science of our marvelous Earth... and beyond! Discover how rocks, minerals, wind, and water work together to create wonders of the world. Ages: 5-6 Cost: $295 (BMS Members save 10%) Early Bird Discount: Register by May 1 to save 5% per camper per week. Early bird discount...
SOLD OUT! Discovery Camp: Extreme Earth Camp (Ages 9-12)
Explore the exciting science of our marvelous Earth... and beyond! Discover how rocks, minerals, wind, and water work together to create wonders of the world. Ages: 9-12 Cost: $295 (BMS Members save 10%) Early Bird Discount: Register by May 1 to save 5% per camper per week. Early bird discount...
SOLD OUT! Discovery Camp: Extreme Earth Camp (Ages 7-8)
Explore the exciting science of our marvelous Earth... and beyond! Discover how rocks, minerals, wind, and water work together to create wonders of the world. Ages: 7-8 Cost: $295 (BMS Members save 10%) Early Bird Discount: Register by May 1 to save 5% per camper per week. Early bird discount...
5 events,
Collections Live: The Amazing, Awesome Arthropoda
Collections Live: The Amazing, Awesome Arthropoda
Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at a museum? Museums take care of ‘collections’ – but what does that mean? Collections LIVE is a new initiative to turn the museum ‘inside-out’! Previously backstage activities will be taking place in public spaces – check out what goes...
5 events,
Collections Live: Geology with Joe
Collections Live: Geology with Joe
Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at a museum? Museums take care of ‘collections’ – but what does that mean? Collections LIVE is a new initiative to turn the museum ‘inside-out’! Previously backstage activities will be taking place in public spaces – check out what goes...
5 events,
Collections Live: Study Skins, The Science of Preservation
Collections Live: Study Skins, The Science of Preservation
Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at a museum? Museums take care of ‘collections’ – but what does that mean? Collections LIVE is a new initiative to turn the museum ‘inside-out’! Previously backstage activities will be taking place in public spaces – check out what goes...
Wee Explorer Storytime
Wee Explorer Storytime
Connect your child with curiosity through the magic of stories! Enjoy a book read-along with a fun hands-on experiment in the Sprouts classroom. All materials provided. Age: 3-5 Cost: $5 with Museum admission or free for members
1 event,
Solar Saturdays
Solar Saturdays
Solar Saturdays are back! Head to our rooftop observation deck and get a rooftop view of the Buffalo Niagara region and beyond. Weekly on Saturdays weather permitting. All Ages Included with admission/membership
0 events,
4 events,
SOLD OUT! Discovery Camp: Make Your Summer (Ages 3-4)
Conduct cool experiments with physics, chemistry, and sound, and learn the scientific secrets of common household materials. Make slime and sink the unsinkable, plus so much more! Ages: 3-4 Cost: $237 (BMS Members save 10%) Early Bird Discount: Register by May 1 to save 5% per camper per week. Early...
SOLD OUT! Discovery Camp: Make Your Summer (Ages 5-6)
Conduct cool experiments with physics, chemistry, and sound, and learn the scientific secrets of common household materials. Make slime and sink the unsinkable, plus so much more! Ages: 5-6 Cost: $295 (BMS Members save 10%) Early Bird Discount: Register by May 1 to save 5% per camper per week. Early...
SOLD OUT! Discovery Camp: Make Your Summer (Ages 9-12)
Conduct cool experiments with physics, chemistry, and sound, and learn the scientific secrets of common household materials. Make slime and sink the unsinkable, plus so much more! Ages: 9-12 Cost: $295 (BMS Members save 10%) Early Bird Discount: Register by May 1 to save 5% per camper per week. Early...
SOLD OUT! Discovery Camp: Make Your Summer (Ages 7-8)
Conduct cool experiments with physics, chemistry, and sound, and learn the scientific secrets of common household materials. Make slime and sink the unsinkable, plus so much more! Ages: 7-8 Cost: $295 (BMS Members save 10%) Early Bird Discount: Register by May 1 to save 5% per camper per week. Early...
5 events,
Collections Live: The Amazing, Awesome Arthropoda
Collections Live: The Amazing, Awesome Arthropoda
Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at a museum? Museums take care of ‘collections’ – but what does that mean? Collections LIVE is a new initiative to turn the museum ‘inside-out’! Previously backstage activities will be taking place in public spaces – check out what goes...
8 events,
Collections Live: Geology with Joe
Collections Live: Geology with Joe
Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at a museum? Museums take care of ‘collections’ – but what does that mean? Collections LIVE is a new initiative to turn the museum ‘inside-out’! Previously backstage activities will be taking place in public spaces – check out what goes...
Sensory Night
Sensory Night
On Wednesday, August 17 families and adults with sensory sensitivities are invited to enjoy a special Sensory Night at the Buffalo Museum of Science. The event will run from 5 to 8 p.m. and all admissions include access to Antarctic Dinosaurs: The Exhibition, presented by M&T Bank. Limited exhibit sounds will provide a comfortable and fun evening...
Conversations in Science: Biotechnologies Engineering
Conversations in Science: Biotechnologies Engineering
What can emerging technologies do to create new solutions in sustainable agriculture? Join us for a conversation diving into the cutting edge developments of River Road Research, an early biotechnology development company headquartered in Tonawanda. Age: All ages Cost: Free
Behind-the-Scenes Tour: Cabinet of Curiosities
Behind-the-Scenes Tour: Cabinet of Curiosities
Take a peek into the Vertebrate Zoology Collection's spine-tingling Cabinet of Curiosities to explore the mind bending stories of some of nature's unique freaks, morbid mistakes, and seemingly scientific impossibilities! Marvel at obscure oddities, glimpse the wildly unusual, and satisfy your macabre interests. Feeling enticed yet? We invite (dare) you...
4 events,
Collections Live: Study Skins, The Science of Preservation
Collections Live: Study Skins, The Science of Preservation
Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at a museum? Museums take care of ‘collections’ – but what does that mean? Collections LIVE is a new initiative to turn the museum ‘inside-out’! Previously backstage activities will be taking place in public spaces – check out what goes...
1 event,
Solar Saturdays
Solar Saturdays
Solar Saturdays are back! Head to our rooftop observation deck and get a rooftop view of the Buffalo Niagara region and beyond. Weekly on Saturdays weather permitting. All Ages Included with admission/membership
0 events,
4 events,
SOLD OUT! Discovery Camp: Hydro Science (Ages 3-4)
Why is water so important? Our planet is covered in it, and we all need it to survive! Dive right in to water's many uses, where we can find it in nature, and how special it is to science. Ages: 3-4 Cost: $237 (BMS Members save 10%) Early Bird Discount:...
SOLD OUT! Discovery Camp: Hydro Science (Ages 9-12)
Why is water so important? Our planet is covered in it, and we all need it to survive! Dive right in to water's many uses, where we can find it in nature, and how special it is to science. Ages: 9-12 Cost: $295 (BMS Members save 10%) Early Bird Discount:...
SOLD OUT! Discovery Camp: Hydro Science (Ages 7-8)
Why is water so important? Our planet is covered in it, and we all need it to survive! Dive right in to water's many uses, where we can find it in nature, and how special it is to science. Ages: 7-8 Cost: $295 (BMS Members save 10%) Early Bird Discount:...
SOLD OUT! Discovery Camp: Hydro Science (Ages 5-6)
Why is water so important? Our planet is covered in it, and we all need it to survive! Dive right in to water's many uses, where we can find it in nature, and how special it is to science. Ages: 5-6 Cost: $295 (BMS Members save 10%) Early Bird Discount:...
5 events,
Collections Live: The Amazing, Awesome Arthropoda
Collections Live: The Amazing, Awesome Arthropoda
Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at a museum? Museums take care of ‘collections’ – but what does that mean? Collections LIVE is a new initiative to turn the museum ‘inside-out’! Previously backstage activities will be taking place in public spaces – check out what goes...
5 events,
Collections Live: Geology with Joe
Collections Live: Geology with Joe
Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at a museum? Museums take care of ‘collections’ – but what does that mean? Collections LIVE is a new initiative to turn the museum ‘inside-out’! Previously backstage activities will be taking place in public spaces – check out what goes...
5 events,
Collections Live: Study Skins, The Science of Preservation
Collections Live: Study Skins, The Science of Preservation
Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at a museum? Museums take care of ‘collections’ – but what does that mean? Collections LIVE is a new initiative to turn the museum ‘inside-out’! Previously backstage activities will be taking place in public spaces – check out what goes...
Twilight at the Museum: The Summer Triangle
Twilight at the Museum: The Summer Triangle
Come visit the Buffalo Museum of Science to enjoy twilight talks with astronomers, make observations of celestial objects, and visit the museum roof deck under clouds or stars (weather permitting). All floors of the Museum will be open to explore. If you're interested in purchasing tickets to our Antarctic Dinosaur...
1 event,
Solar Saturdays
Solar Saturdays
Solar Saturdays are back! Head to our rooftop observation deck and get a rooftop view of the Buffalo Niagara region and beyond. Weekly on Saturdays weather permitting. All Ages Included with admission/membership
0 events,
2 events,
SOLD OUT! Discovery Camp: Sci-fi and Fantasy (Ages 9-12)
Discover what inspires directors and authors, from the depths of the oceans to the outer limits of space. We'll use real-life STEM concepts to help reveal what goes into creating new and exciting imaginary worlds. Ages: 9-12 Cost: $295 (BMS Members save 10%) Early Bird Discount: Register by May 1...
SOLD OUT! Discovery Camp: Sci-fi and Fantasy (Ages 5-8)
Discover what inspires directors and authors, from the depths of the oceans to the outer limits of space. We'll use real-life STEM concepts to help reveal what goes into creating new and exciting imaginary worlds. Ages: 5-8 Cost: $295 (BMS Members save 10%) Early Bird Discount: Register by May 1...
3 events,
Collections Live: The Amazing, Awesome Arthropoda
Collections Live: The Amazing, Awesome Arthropoda
Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at a museum? Museums take care of ‘collections’ – but what does that mean? Collections LIVE is a new initiative to turn the museum ‘inside-out’! Previously backstage activities will be taking place in public spaces – check out what goes...
3 events,
Collections Live: Geology with Joe
Collections Live: Geology with Joe
Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at a museum? Museums take care of ‘collections’ – but what does that mean? Collections LIVE is a new initiative to turn the museum ‘inside-out’! Previously backstage activities will be taking place in public spaces – check out what goes...
SOLD OUT! Discovery Camp: Extreme Earth Camp (Ages 5-6)
Buffalo Museum of Science 1020 Humboldt Parkway, Buffalo, NYExplore the exciting science of our marvelous Earth... and beyond! Discover how rocks, minerals, wind, and water work together to create wonders of the world. Ages: 5-6 Cost: $295 (BMS Members save 10%) Early Bird Discount: Register by May 1 to save 5% per camper per week. Early bird discount...
SOLD OUT! Discovery Camp: Extreme Earth Camp (Ages 7-8)
Buffalo Museum of Science 1020 Humboldt Parkway, Buffalo, NYExplore the exciting science of our marvelous Earth... and beyond! Discover how rocks, minerals, wind, and water work together to create wonders of the world. Ages: 7-8 Cost: $295 (BMS Members save 10%) Early Bird Discount: Register by May 1 to save 5% per camper per week. Early bird discount...
SOLD OUT! Discovery Camp: Extreme Earth Camp (Ages 9-12)
Buffalo Museum of Science 1020 Humboldt Parkway, Buffalo, NYExplore the exciting science of our marvelous Earth... and beyond! Discover how rocks, minerals, wind, and water work together to create wonders of the world. Ages: 9-12 Cost: $295 (BMS Members save 10%) Early Bird Discount: Register by May 1 to save 5% per camper per week. Early bird discount...
Collections Live: Study Skins, The Science of Preservation
Buffalo Museum of Science 1020 Humboldt Parkway, Buffalo, NYHave you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at a museum? Museums take care of ‘collections’ – but what does that mean? Collections LIVE is a new initiative to turn the museum ‘inside-out’! Previously backstage activities will be taking place in public spaces – check out what goes...
Wee Explorer Storytime
Buffalo Museum of Science 1020 Humboldt Parkway, Buffalo, NYConnect your child with curiosity through the magic of stories! Enjoy a book read-along with a fun hands-on experiment in the Sprouts classroom. All materials provided. Age: 3-5 Cost: $5 with Museum admission or free for members
Solar Saturdays
Buffalo Museum of Science 1020 Humboldt Parkway, Buffalo, NYSolar Saturdays are back! Head to our rooftop observation deck and get a rooftop view of the Buffalo Niagara region and beyond. Weekly on Saturdays weather permitting. All Ages Included with admission/membership
SOLD OUT! Discovery Camp: Make Your Summer (Ages 3-4)
Buffalo Museum of Science 1020 Humboldt Parkway, Buffalo, NYConduct cool experiments with physics, chemistry, and sound, and learn the scientific secrets of common household materials. Make slime and sink the unsinkable, plus so much more! Ages: 3-4 Cost: $237 (BMS Members save 10%) Early Bird Discount: Register by May 1 to save 5% per camper per week. Early...
SOLD OUT! Discovery Camp: Make Your Summer (Ages 5-6)
Buffalo Museum of Science 1020 Humboldt Parkway, Buffalo, NYConduct cool experiments with physics, chemistry, and sound, and learn the scientific secrets of common household materials. Make slime and sink the unsinkable, plus so much more! Ages: 5-6 Cost: $295 (BMS Members save 10%) Early Bird Discount: Register by May 1 to save 5% per camper per week. Early...
SOLD OUT! Discovery Camp: Make Your Summer (Ages 7-8)
Buffalo Museum of Science 1020 Humboldt Parkway, Buffalo, NYConduct cool experiments with physics, chemistry, and sound, and learn the scientific secrets of common household materials. Make slime and sink the unsinkable, plus so much more! Ages: 7-8 Cost: $295 (BMS Members save 10%) Early Bird Discount: Register by May 1 to save 5% per camper per week. Early...
SOLD OUT! Discovery Camp: Make Your Summer (Ages 9-12)
Buffalo Museum of Science 1020 Humboldt Parkway, Buffalo, NYConduct cool experiments with physics, chemistry, and sound, and learn the scientific secrets of common household materials. Make slime and sink the unsinkable, plus so much more! Ages: 9-12 Cost: $295 (BMS Members save 10%) Early Bird Discount: Register by May 1 to save 5% per camper per week. Early...