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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

Genesee Country Village & Museum

Immersive, hands-on learning in a beautiful, historic setting only 25 minutes from downtown Rochester. Genesee Country Village & Museum - New York State's largest living history museum! Explore our 19th-century Historic Village, our John L. Wehle Gallery, and our Nature Center with 5+ miles of nature trails. From historic homes and working trades shops to heritage farm animals, fiber arts, and stories waiting to be shared, there's something for everyone—and seasonal offerings ensure no two visits are the same. Explore special events, daily historic happenings, kids camps, workshops, and more at www.gcv.org.
1410 Flint Hill Road PO Box 310
Mumford , NY , 14511
Phone: (585) 538-6822
42° 59' 33.594" N, 77° 52' 48.4284" W

The Strong

Visit the Ultimate Play Destination: The Strong is a highly interactive, collections-based museum devoted to the history and exploration of play. Voted a top place to take kids in Rochester by KOAA readers.
One Manhattan Square
Rochester , NY , 14607
Phone: 585-263-2700
43° 9' 9.8784" N, 77° 36' 2.5524" W

CountryMax Stores

Does your child love animals? Then CountryMax is the perfect place to celebrate. You choose the event. We make it memorable. Kids’ birthday parties. Dog birthday parties. Small Pet Meet & Greet parties. Breyer® Horse painting parties. Even DIY Backyard Fun Kit parties, where kids can make their bird house, bird feeder or other crafts.
Rochester/Buffalo Area
. , NY , 14564
Phone: 585-924-4850
42° 58' 49.1628" N, 77° 25' 12.792" W

Arts for Learning WNY (formerly Young Audiences)

Arts for Learning WNY'S mission is to inspire, expand learning, and strengthen our community through engagement with the arts. We offer assembly, workshop and long term residency programs with professional artists, committed to their craft, and using it as a tool for creative learning. Art forms include music, multi-media arts, theater, dance, and visual and literary arts. Services are provided in the eight counties of Western New York, including Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie, Genesee, Niagara, Orleans, and Wyoming.
1 Lafayette Square
Buffalo , NY , 14203
Phone: 716-881-0917
42° 53' 7.2456" N, 78° 52' 18.4008" W

Just for Kids School Age Programs

Just for Kids provides high-quality childcare and enrichment programs throughout Buffalo and the surrounding communities. We proudly serve families in the Amherst, Cheektowaga Central, Cheektowaga Sloan, Cleveland Hill, Grand Island, Sweet Home, and Williamsville school districts. Our engaging enrichment programs are also available at Nardin Academy, the Park School of Buffalo, St. Benedict School, St. Mary School (Swormville), and Saints Peter and Paul School (Hamburg). All of our programs are open to the public, welcoming children of all backgrounds to learn, grow, and have fun in a safe, nurturing environment.
6265 Sheridan Dr Ste 106
Williamsville , NY , 14221
Phone: 716.639.8500
42° 58' 39.2376" N, 78° 41' 59.5536" W

Genesee Valley Council on the Arts

The Genesee Valley Council on the Arts (GVCA) is dedicated to promoting and supporting the arts through the celebration of artistic expression in all its forms. From Local artisan markets to summer camps, GVCA offers a variety of programs, events and classes in Livingston and Monroe County.
4 Murray Hill Dr
Mount Morris , NY , 14510
Phone: 585-243-6785
42° 44' 3.9048" N, 77° 53' 1.9068" W

Tifft Nature Preserve

Tifft Nature Preserve is a 264-acre nature sanctuary dedicated to conservation and environmental education on Buffalo's Outer Harbor. Explore 5 miles of maintained trails for hiking and easy wildlife viewing. Tifft offers year round hands-on environmental education programs- from school groups to birthday parties and scout workshops. Facility rentals for private events in our recently expanded Visitor Center with beautiful views of Lake Kirsty are available.
1200 Fuhrmann Blvd. Tifft Nature Preserve Visitor Center
Buffalo , NY , 14203
Phone: 716-825-6397
42° 50' 51.108" N, 78° 51' 20.5236" 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