Family & Public Programs

Collections Live: Working with the Geology Collection

A lot goes on behind the scenes in our Collections Department. Unearth some of the projects our staff and volunteers are currently working on in Geology Storage. No pre-registration required, activity is ongoing, included with Museum admission, and free for members. All Ages Due to staff availability, times and themes...

14 Jul

10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Buffalo Museum of Science

1020 Humboldt Parkway

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Collections Live: Cataloging – A Work in Progress

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 into cataloging...

14 Jul

12:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Buffalo Museum of Science

1020 Humboldt Parkway

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Collections Live: The Amazing, Awesome Arthropoda

Arthropods constitute roughly 75% of all animal life on earth! Catch an exclusive, behind-the-scenes glimpse into the Museum’s Invertebrate Zoology Collection, and bug out with museum professionals who are preserving the amazingly awesome diversity found in the Arthropoda. Stair access only All ages No pre-registration required, activity is ongoing, included...

16 Jul

10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Buffalo Museum of Science

1020 Humboldt Parkway

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Planetarium Show

Join us on a tour of the skies over the Queen City and beyond. From our neighbor the Moon to this season’s stargazing targets, this interactive program gives people of all ages the chance to ask questions and guide the program for a unique experience each time. Ages 5+ Tickets:...

19 Jul

10:30 am - 11:15 am

Buffalo Museum of Science

1020 Humboldt Parkway

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Family Workshop: Gyotaku: Fish Printing

Explore the art of gyotaku, fish printing, in our hands-on workshop that links creativity and natural beauty. Learn about the history and techniques of this art form and create your own lifelike prints to take home. You’ll be o-fish-ally hooked! All Ages $5 per person (with Museum admission)

19 Jul

11:30 am - 12:30 pm

Buffalo Museum of Science

1020 Humboldt Parkway

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Solar Saturdays

Solar Saturdays return starting May 3! On select Saturdays through October, get a rooftop view of the Buffalo Niagara region and beyond. Access is weather permitting. All Ages Included with admission/membership

19 Jul

12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Buffalo Museum of Science

1020 Humboldt Parkway

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Collections Live: Working with the Geology Collection

A lot goes on behind the scenes in our Collections Department. Unearth some of the projects our staff and volunteers are currently working on in Geology Storage. No pre-registration required, activity is ongoing, included with Museum admission, and free for members. All Ages Due to staff availability, times and themes...

21 Jul

10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Buffalo Museum of Science

1020 Humboldt Parkway

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Collections Live: Cataloging – A Work in Progress

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 into cataloging...

21 Jul

12:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Buffalo Museum of Science

1020 Humboldt Parkway

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We’re Having a Yard Sale!

Book lovers and thrift hunters, mark your calendars! Back by popular demand, the Buffalo Museum of Science will be hosting a yard sale. With a large variety of used books spanning many disciplines, there is sure to be something for everyone. Admission not required unless you wish to visit the...

25 Jul

10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Buffalo Museum of Science

1020 Humboldt Parkway

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Twilight at the Museum: Sunset to Stars

Twilight at the Museum returns for 2025! These Friday night evenings have become a warm-weather tradition for all ages and offer twilight talks with astronomers, observations of celestial objects from the rooftop deck (weather permitting), and access to all four floors of the Museum. Volunteers and members of our affiliate...

25 Jul

8:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Buffalo Museum of Science

1020 Humboldt Parkway

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We’re Having a Yard Sale!

Book lovers and thrift hunters, mark your calendars! Back by popular demand, the Buffalo Museum of Science will be hosting a yard sale. With a large variety of used books spanning many disciplines, there is sure to be something for everyone. Admission not required unless you wish to visit the...

26 Jul

10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Buffalo Museum of Science

1020 Humboldt Parkway

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Solar Saturdays

Solar Saturdays return starting May 3! On select Saturdays through October, get a rooftop view of the Buffalo Niagara region and beyond. Access is weather permitting. All Ages Included with admission/membership

26 Jul

12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Buffalo Museum of Science

1020 Humboldt Parkway

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