Science | Kids Out and About Buffalo

New York Museum of Transportation

The New York Museum of Transportation is unique among Western New York's museums. In Rush, just 20 minutes from Rochester, the museum features vintage trolley cars, highway and horse-drawn vehicles, a steam locomotive, several model railroads, photos, exhibits, gallery, and gift shop. Relive holiday memories with the Midtown Plaza Monorail on display! Rides are included with admission on the only electric trolley line in New York State. No reservations needed except for certain special events. Open Sundays only.
6393 East River Rd
W. Henrietta , NY , 14586
Phone: (585) 533-1113
43° 1' 0.2136" N, 77° 42' 35.262" W

Camp Invention: National

Inspire your child’s creativity and watch their confidence soar with our all-new Camp Invention® program, Discover! Campers in grades K-6 will team up with friends for hands-on, open-ended STEM fun. They’ll create their own claw machine, uncover the science behind optical illusions, rev up for the ultimate road trip and embark on an eco-expedition to investigate penguins in Antarctica! Each experience is designed to spark curiosity, build persistence and create an unforgettable summer. Visit invent.org/local to secure your spot! Register using CIFUN25 by 3/20 to save $25 or CIFUN15 by 5/15 to save $15 off the registration fee. Payment plans available.
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. , NY , .
Phone: 800.968.4332
39° 57' 40.2336" N, 82° 59' 55.6584" W

Buffalo Museum of Science

The Buffalo Museum of Science is a non-profit educational institution dedicated to the study and interpretation of the natural and physical sciences.
1020 Humboldt Parkway
Buffalo , NY , 14211
Phone: (716) 896-5200
42° 54' 21.3048" N, 78° 50' 36.3804" W

YMCA Camp Kenan

YMCA CAMP KENAN is a summer camp located along the beautiful shores of Lake Ontario. Offering enriching overnight and day camp experiences for youth, it blends outdoor adventure with character-building activities. Campers enjoy swimming, sports, ropes courses, arts, campfires, fostering friendships and fun. For over 100 years, we have been providing a safe and inspiring environment for children to explore nature and create lasting memories.
8571 Lower Lake Road
Barker , NY , 14012
Phone: 716-469-1272
43° 21' 58.7016" N, 78° 33' 42.9732" W

Reliance College / Great Connections Summer Seminar

Reliance College, based in Chicago, IL, runs a Great Connections one-week summer seminar for teens in Chicago each year. Are you between the ages of 16-24? If yes, then I invite you to experience a journey that transforms you into a purpose-driven entrepreneur. For teens seeking clear thinking about college and life, young adults looking for career clarity, young people wanting to express themselves more effectively, and students eager to explore great authors and ideas, our Summer Seminar is your answer.
James Stukel Tower University of Illinois, Roosevelt and Halsted
Chicago , NY , 60607 41° 51' 57.8916" N, 87° 38' 45.4272" W

iD Tech Camps & Academies

iD Tech is the world’s #1 summer STEM program for ages 7-17, held at 150+ prestigious locations nationwide. With world-class instructors and innovative courses in coding, game development, robotics, and design, iD Tech programs instill in-demand skills that embolden students to shape the future.
Held at 150+ Locations Nationwide
. , TX , .
Phone: 1-888-709-TECH
41° 41' 48.3108" N, 72° 43' 15.1392" W

Stutelage Innovations

Stutelage is most well known for our exceptional summer camps and school break camps. Taught by highly-qualified, passionate, and energetic certified teachers, Stutelage's camps are educational in nature and a whole lot of fun! We have locations in East Amherst, Clarence Center, North Tonawanda, Lancaster, Grand Island, and Orchard Park.
Multiple Locations
Buffalo Area , NY , .
Phone: 716-362-7848
42° 51' 6.4836" N, 78° 44' 51.4356" W

Imagine RIT: Creativity + Innovation Festival

The Imagine RIT: Creativity and Innovation Festival is the university’s signature event, a showcase that displays the ingenuity of students, faculty and staff. Imagine RIT will be held in-person on Saturday, April 29th. Discover multimedia presentations, exhibits, demonstrations, research projects, performing arts, and more in-person all online at rit.edu/imagine!
1 Lomb Memorial Drive
Rochester , NY , 14623
Phone: 585-475-4733
43° 5' 2.3352" N, 77° 40' 28.3512" W

Mandala School

Mandala School offers individualized, hands-on learning for grades K-8. The school prioritizes supporting children's growth by adapting to students' needs and learning styles. Mandala fosters a democratic environment where every voice is heard and respected, encouraging problem-solving, communication, and collaboration. The school emphasizes outdoor exploration and frequent field trips to enhance understanding of the world. Mandala offers rolling admissions during the school year and provides additional programs like Curiosity Club (an after-school program) and summer programs. Prospective students are welcome to visit, meet teachers, and shadow for a day.
738 Main Street
East Aurora , NY , 14052
Phone: 716-374-0678
42° 46' 15.0924" N, 78° 35' 52.944" W

Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum

Spark your kids' creativity, curiosity, and imagination at Western New York's only museum designed just for kids!
130 Main Street
Buffalo , NY , 14202
Phone: 716-655-5131
42° 52' 41.6604" N, 78° 52' 39.684" W

Aquarium of Niagara

With our community and our partners, we celebrate our natural wonders and inspire people to make a difference for aquatic life. We are a destination of choice where all are welcome and motivated to join as a driving force for aquatic life.
701 Whirlpool Street
Niagara Falls , NY , 14301
Phone: (716) 285-3575
43° 5' 39.516" N, 79° 3' 36.4968" W

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Location:

2301 Westside Drive
Rochester, NY, 14624
United States

Phone:

585-594-6659

CSI/Forensics Camp

Dates: 
07/13/2025
07/14/2025
07/15/2025
Time: 
4pm Sunday - 2pm Friday

Location:

ONLINE ONLY

Earth in Crisis: Fire!

Dates: 
04/24/2025
Time: 
6 pm

Location:

1300 Elmwood Ave
Buffalo, NY, 14222
United States

Phone:

716-878-5907

Future Innovators in Tech and Engineering (FITE) Camp

Dates: 
07/28/2025
07/29/2025
07/30/2025
Time: 
9:00 AM

Location:

One Lomb Memorial Drive
Rochester, NY, 14623
United States

Imagine RIT: Innovation and Creativity Festival 2025

Dates: 
04/26/2025
Time: 
10 am - 5 pm

Location:

1860 South Ave
Rochester , NY, 14620
United States

Phone:

585-694-7510

Join Our Study for Children 9-11 years old: The Sheftall Lab at URMC

Dates: 
04/14/2025
04/15/2025
04/16/2025
Time: 
9:00am-5:00pm Scheduling appointments to participate in our study is flexible.

Organization:

Jurassic Quest

Location:

200 River Point #312
Conroe, TX, 77304
United States

Phone:

936-320-0030

Jurassic Quest at Buffalo Convention Center

Dates: 
04/18/2025
04/19/2025
04/20/2025
Time: 
Friday 12p-6p, Saturday 9a-6p, Sunday 9a-5p

Location:

ONLINE ONLY

LIGHT Open Call - Spring 2025

Dates: 
04/13/2025
04/14/2025
04/15/2025
Time: 
12:00AM-11:59PM

Organization:

Location:

6919 Transit Road
East Amherst, NY, 14051
United States

Phone:

716-689-8424

Montessori Summer Adventures!

Dates: 
06/23/2025
06/24/2025
06/25/2025
Time: 
Monday - Friday, 9 am - 12 pm

Organization:

Location:

2301 Westside Drive
Rochester, NY, 14624
United States

Phone:

585-594-6659

Nursing Camp

Dates: 
07/20/2025
07/21/2025
07/22/2025
Time: 
4pm Sunday - 2pm Friday

Location:

UR CABIN, 430 Elmwood Avenue Medical Center Annex Building
Rochester, NY, 14627-8917
United States

Phone:

585-275-8749

Participate in Neuroscience Research at CNL!

Dates: 
04/13/2025
04/14/2025
04/15/2025
Time: 
Anytime between 7am-9pm Mon-Sat, all year round.

Organization:

Location:

2301 Westside Drive
Rochester, NY, 14624
United States

Phone:

585-594-6659

Pre-Med Camp

Dates: 
07/13/2025
07/14/2025
07/15/2025
Time: 
4pm Sunday - 2pm Friday

Organization:

Location:

2301 Westside Drive
Rochester, NY, 14624
United States

Phone:

585-594-6659

Pre-Occupational Therapy Camp

Dates: 
07/13/2025
07/14/2025
07/15/2025
Time: 
4pm Sunday to 2pm Friday

Organization:

Location:

2301 Westside Drive
Rochester, NY, 14624
United States

Phone:

585-594-6659

Psychology Camp

Dates: 
07/20/2025
07/21/2025
07/22/2025
Time: 
4pm Sunday - 2pm Friday

Organization:

Hilbert College

Location:

5200 S Park Ave.
Hamburg, NY, 14075
United States

Phone:

716-926-8840

Science Camp

Dates: 
08/04/2025
08/05/2025
08/06/2025
Time: 
09:00am-01:00pm

Organization:

Location:

1200 Fuhrmann Blvd. Tifft Nature Preserve Visitor Center
Buffalo, NY, 14203
United States

Phone:

716-825-6397

Spring Egg-Stravaganza

Dates: 
04/18/2025
Time: 
10 a.m - 4 p.m.

Organization:

Location:

2301 Westside Drive
Rochester, NY, 14624
United States

Phone:

585-594-6659

STEM Camp

Dates: 
07/20/2025
07/21/2025
07/22/2025
Time: 
4pm Sunday - 2pm Friday

Organization:

Friendship Fortress

Location:

1590 Hopkins Rd.
Amherst, NY, 14221
United States

Summer Play Camp - Register for whole weeks or just drop in!

Dates: 
06/30/2025
07/01/2025
07/02/2025
Time: 
8AM

Organization:

Friendship Fortress

Location:

1590 Hopkins Rd.
Amherst, NY, 14221
United States

Summer Play Camp - Register for whole weeks or just drop in!

Dates: 
06/30/2025
07/01/2025
07/02/2025
Time: 
8AM

Organization:

Location:

6919 Transit Road
East Amherst, NY, 14051
United States

Phone:

716-689-8424

Summer STREAM & Summer Scholars

Dates: 
06/23/2025
06/24/2025
06/25/2025
Time: 
Monday - Friday, 9 am - 12 pm, 12 pm - 3 pm

Organization:

Location:

3435 Main St.
Buffalo, NY, 14214
United States

Phone:

7162351769

The UB Toddler Tastes Study is Recruiting!

Dates: 
04/14/2025
04/15/2025
04/16/2025
Time: 
9:00AM

Location:

1850 William Street
Buffalo, NY, 14206
United States

Phone:

716-982-8400

Visit the Buffalo Fire Historical Society!

Dates: 
04/19/2025
04/26/2025
05/03/2025
Time: 
10 am - 4 pm

Location:

ONLINE ONLY

Whale of a Mom - FREE ONLINE LECTURE

Dates: 
05/06/2025
Time: 
7:00 PM

Location:

ONLINE ONLY

Wind & Whales - Free Online Lecture

Dates: 
04/24/2025
Time: 
6:00 PM

Location:

ONLINE ONLY

Young Archaeologists' Club

Dates: 
05/31/2025
Time: 
10:00-11:30 AM

Location:

ONLINE ONLY

Young Archaeologists' Club

Dates: 
06/01/2025
Time: 
10:00-11:30 AM

Location:

ONLINE ONLY

Young Archaeologists' Club

Dates: 
06/07/2025
Time: 
10:00-11:30 AM

Location:

ONLINE ONLY

Young Archaeologists' Club

Dates: 
06/08/2025
Time: 
10:00-11:30 AM