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Updated: September 29, 2026 @ 11:11 pm
Permanent science exhibit at the Buffalo Science Museum, combines the thrill of sports and the power of STEM

Permanent science exhibit at the Buffalo Science Museum, combines the thrill of sports and the power of STEM
Empire State Development celebrated the grand opening of the $3 million Science Stadium interactive exhibit at the Buffalo Museum of Science (BMS). Developed in partnership with the Buffalo Bills, Buffalo Sabres, and Buffalo Bandits, the permanent exhibit brings the science behind professional sports to life. Designed as an immersive experience for visitors of all ages, the exhibit explores everything from on-field performance and sports medicine to athletic technology and the social science of fandom culture.
“Science Stadium is a celebration of Buffalo’s hometown teams, community pride, innovation, and the exciting connections between sports and STEM,” said Empire State Development President, CEO & Commissioner Hope Knight. “The Museum of Science is one of many important neighborhood assets on Buffalo’s East Side that drives educational equity and community growth. Thanks to Governor Hochul’s dedicated commitment to local placemaking and regional revitalization, this project will not only boost Western New York tourism but also inspire the next generation of STEM leaders by connecting the sports they love with the science of tomorrow.”
“We are proud to open our first new permanent exhibit in nearly a decade and excited to share this uniquely Buffalo experience with the public,” said Gary Siddall, Buffalo Museum of Science President and CEO. “Made possible through collaboration with the Bills, Sabres, and Bandits, this one-of-a-kind gallery celebrates the powerful intersection of sports and science. Building on our recent momentum, Science Stadium signals a new era for the Museum, with a deeper investment in immersive, interactive experiences that can only happen here. Rooted in Buffalo’s rich sports culture, the new exhibit creates a place for our community to connect, explore, and be inspired together. We are profoundly grateful to Governor Hochul, the State of New York, and our other elected partners for their support and for recognizing the lasting value this new experience will bring to our community. We are equally thankful to our philanthropic partners and individual donors, whose generosity helped transform this vision into reality.”
The project was funded through state support, including a $550,000 capital grant from the Western New Hork Regional Economic Development Council (WNYREDC). Additionally, the New York Power Authority awarded $562,322 in Western New York Power Proceeds funding to support the new exhibit. The Science Stadium also received support from NYS Senator Sean Ryan, NYS Senator April N.M. Baskin, NYS Assembly Majority Leader Crystal D. Peoples-Stokes, M&T Bank Charitable Foundation, UBMD Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine, Riester Collins Family Foundation, National Fuel, James H. Cummings Foundation, East Hill Foundation, Give716, Cora E. Musial, PhD, MD, Buffalo Common Council Member Mitch Nowakowski, and the Rotary Club of Kenmore.
Science Stadium marks the museum’s first brand-new permanent exhibit since 2018. The highly interactive space features 17 hands-on activities that explore the physical, technological, and medical dynamics of the sports world.
Key interactive highlights include:
• The Sports Simulator: Visitors can test their skills in a state-of-the-art simulator to discover how physics, training, and technology shape athletic performance.
• The Stats Center: An anchor desk that allows visitors to step into the spotlight and record their own highlight-reel sportscast.
• Sports Medicine Lab: Guests can step into the shoes of a sports medic to evaluate and diagnose on-field injuries.
• Mascot Design Studio: A creative hub where visitors can design their own custom mascot to bring team spirit to life.
In addition to the interactive displays, visitors to the museum, located at 1020 Humboldt Parkway, will have the unique opportunity to meet real-life STEM experts who power the sports industry. These “MVPs” (Most Valuable Professionals) include data analysts, engineers, medical specialists, and tech experts who will showcase how STEM careers drive action both on and off the field.
Located within MLK Park, the Buffalo Museum of Science also recently completed the restoration of its historic entrance, featuring a grand staircase and classical columns. This capital improvement was identified as a key placemaking component of the East Side Corridor Economic Development Fund, a $65 million initiative launched in 2019 to stabilize historic assets, strengthen walkable, mixed-use business districts, and expand opportunities for local small businesses. The revitalization of the museum aligns with broader efforts to improve MLK Park, the East Side’s largest public park and a cornerstone of the Fillmore Avenue Corridor. Complementary investments funded by the initiative include grants to the Olmsted Parks Conservancy for landscape and facility upgrades, alongside the ongoing restoration of the park’s historic greenhouse complex.
To learn more about the exhibit or to reserve museum admission, visit www.sciencebuff.org.
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