Buffalo Museum of Science

1020 Humboldt Parkway, Buffalo, NY

716-896-5200

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Explore our planet's history and geological phenomena in Our Marvelous Earth.

Experiment with alternative forms of energy - wind, solar, water - in Our Marvelous Eart

Record your own weather forecast in the new Earth systems studio, Our Marvelous Earth.

From birthday parties to school field trips, BMS offers a variety of customizable activities and

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Ranked #19 of 84 attractions in Buffalo

48 Reviews

Type: Science Museums, Natural History Museums

Owner description: Dedicated to its mission of "Inspiring curiosity through exploration", the Buffalo Museum of Science offers educational entertainment for the whole... more » Owner description: Dedicated to its mission of "Inspiring curiosity through exploration", the Buffalo Museum of Science offers educational entertainment for the whole family. From special travelling exhibits and National Geographic films in its 3D cinema, to a variety of permanent exhibits including the popular interactive Explorations Gallery for the youngest of scientists, BMS encourages visitors of all ages to explore and rediscover their world. Collections - Built in 1929 and with collections of over 700,000 specimens and artifacts, this natural history museum focuses on everything from anthropology to zoology, with an emphasis on the Greater Niagara Region.

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madmprez

Buffalo, New York

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37 reviews

10 attraction reviews

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19 helpful votes

“Kids love it”

Reviewed 6 May 2013

Our 3 and 4 year old daughters love to come to the museum for all the interactive, hands-on exhibits. Almost the entire first floor has been given over to an area just for kids. We have a membership and it has been a godsend in the winter. The membership (as of today) is only $60 for a family and pays... More

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Thank you for your review. We love to hear when Members take full advantage of their Membership benefits! As we continue to install our remaining five science studios, there will be more activities geared towards multi-generational learning while still highlighting our rich collections. We look forward to continue growing and learning with your family for years to come. Sincerely, Amy... More

Venera I

Williamsville, New York, United States

1 review

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“new exhibits only slight improvement!”

Reviewed 5 May 2013

My family has been members for years and while we were happy to hear about the new exhibits we were underwhelmed when actually seeing them. They are very generic and plasticy. Most of them offer little information and don't reward repeat visits. I was appalled to find out that they are actually planning on getting rid of their Egypt exhibit... More

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Thank you for your feedback and for your continued membership support. While I'm sorry to hear of your disappointment in some of the changes we've made to our permanent experiences, they have been extremely well-received by many of our guests, educators and school groups. We're taking a step away from the typical diorama-style Natural History Museum to encourage active learning... More

InsiderPerks

Ormond Beach, Florida

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10 reviews

7 attraction reviews

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“Renovations Offer Promising Future”

Reviewed 4 May 2013

Step into the Buffalo Museum of Science today and you might be surprised by all the construction going on both inside and out. Originally conceived as a natural history museum, it is slowly being converted into an interactive hands-on science center. New exhibits are opening at a rate of about 2-3 per year and for the price of admission you... More

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Thank you for your review. We are certainly working hard to bring new experiences to the museum and while our science studios do have a Science Center feel about them, we are infusing their interactive stations with our collection of 700,000+ artifacts and specimens - making the BMS experience incredibly unique! While our National Geographic 3D Cinema is not IMAX,... More

BuffaloGryde

Buffalo

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“Always Changing and Improving !”

Reviewed 9 April 2013

The Buffalo Museum of Science is a great treasure in the city of Buffalo. The Main exhibits are constantly being changed, updated and improved. They also have been able to bring in many of the touring exhibitions that are usually only seen in the larger cities. Great for kids and adults alike!

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Yes, we're definitely keeping busy here at the Museum! We're working very hard to transform our visitors' experiences, make them more relevant to current science topics and infuse them with interactive components. We hope you visit again soon, and be sure to mark your calendar for BODY WORLDS Vital, opening May 31, 2013! Thank you for your review. Sincerely, Amy... More

annc123

NE Ohio

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32 reviews

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31 helpful votes

“Great visit”

Reviewed 7 April 2013

My girls are 10 and 8 years old, and they loved this place. Lots to see and do, and it's a good value.

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We're glad to hear you had a great time! Thank you for your review, and we hope to see you again during your next trip to Buffalo. Sincerely, Amy Biber Marketing Manager Buffalo Museum of Science More

Mostic

Niagara Falls, Canada

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“Awesome for all”

Reviewed 14 March 2013

We went to this Museum that is currently under contraction, but you won't even notice that. The museum is 4 story and has something for all ages. We mostly liked the part that were hands on and how we created our own weather report and were able to email it for free. You must go and experience this we will... More

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Mostic, Thank you for your review and we look forward to seeing you again! Be sure to mark your calendar for the new 'Body Worlds Vital' travelling exhibition opening May 31. It's a different experience than the Body Worlds exhibition hosted in both Buffalo and Ontario in Summer 2009. Our new interactive Motion Science Studio will also open in June,... More

Mostick

Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada

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“Great for all ages”

Reviewed 14 March 2013

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Thank you for visiting! We'll be adding more interactive spaces in the coming years, so be sure to visit again to see what's new! Sincerely, Amy Biber Marketing Manager Buffalo Museum of Science More

L C

Toronto, Canada

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“Great half day for the younger kids”

Reviewed 11 March 2013

We just returned from a day trip to this museum with our 5 and 7 yr old. Though it is not a large museum and some parts are older and only for looking at, the kids spent alot of quality time in various areas exploring and asking questions, which is what I expect from a science museum. Some things that... More

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LC, thank you for your review and I'm happy to hear you enjoyed your visit. A 5-year project is currently underway to update our collections galleries into eight interactive science studios similar to the Our Marvelous Earth space with the earthquake table & wind chamber you mentioned. Two studios have already opened and our Motion science studio opens in June... More

O-Zone_Traveler

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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“Good Displays of WNY”

Reviewed 7 March 2013

This is a nice little science museum that will entertain 7- to 11-year olds for a couple of hours on a rainy day. Older kids and adults with an avidity for fossils may find it enjoyable too. It's smaller and less flashy than similar museums in other cities, but its displays of fossils and dioramas demonstrating local Western New York... More

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Thank you for your review and apologize for not posting the film issue on our website. Oftentimes our cinema glitches are corrected before we even have a chance to update the website, but unfortunately that film was down for a longer period than usual. The lack of communication was our mistake and we're sorry for the inconvenience. We will be... More

123NIX

Niagara Falls, Canada

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“Great Adventure for the little ones.”

Reviewed 17 February 2013

A small museum, but lots of interactive exhibits for the little ones and adults alike. Best part is that it's not overly busy so you can keep tabs on little scientists as they zip back and forth. Great value as well. Definitely consider this a museum for families with children & not really for adults looking for a quiet, cultural... More

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Thank you for your review, and I'm happy to hear you enjoyed your visit. We're constantly working on providing more exhibits and programs for multi-generational learning. Once all our interactive science studios (the Explore YOU health science studio was our first of 8) I think you will find yourself learning just as much as your little ones! Thank you for... More