The Strong Museum

The Strong National Museum of Play    

www.museumofplay.org
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The Strong is a highly interactive, collections-based museum devoted to the history and exploration of play. It is one of the largest history museums in the United States and one of the leading museums …
The Strong is a highly interactive, collections-based museum devoted to the history and exploration of play. It is one of the largest history museums in the United States and one of the leading museums serving families.

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Aug 15, 2024
My boys (ages 13 & 11) and I spent half a day here. Very nostalgic for me to see so many things I grew up with. For them, it was less nostalgia and more current fun. Parts of the museum they totally … Full review by Rachel548
Aug 7, 2024
The kids had fun! The feeling was nostalgic seeing the evolution of play and video games. It is a place for all ages. The kids particularly liked the Level Up Area where they can play with giant vide… Full review by Jean Carla L
Aug 3, 2024
The Strong Museum of Play is a remarkable collection of a woman who collected wonderful toys and memorabilia throughout her life. It's definitely a place for children of all ages. I only saw the firs… Full review by Sarushkaya
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One may call it a place for children to be, but Strong National Museum of Play is much more than that. A very unique museum, the whole i…
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The Strong National Museum of Play is one of Rochester's best attractions for people of all ages, particularly kids. Some of the permanen…
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The Strong National Museum of Play, is part of The Strong in Rochester, New York, United States. Established in 1969 and based initiall…
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Opened:1982

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Is the museum really busy on Saturdays? Do your kids have to wait to experience the popular things? We have the …
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Is the museum really busy on Saturdays? Do your kids have to wait to experience the popular things? We have the choice to visit on a Friday or Saturday and are trying to decide which would be better as far as crowds go.
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Go Friday. It's pretty big place and so folks get spread out all around.
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Answer by beerstein · Feb 2, 2024
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Recommended affordable nearby hotels, preferably with a pool?
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I'm not sure, I live less than two hours from there so had no reason to stay. Better question for google.
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Is my 9 year old too old for this place?
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Not at all. There’s something for everyone here. A floor for video games, the butterfly garden is amazing, super hero’s. Lots to do.
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Answer by Julie S · Mar 16, 2023
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What are you allowed to enter with? Diaper bag? Snacks? Should I bring a stroller? We are planning a visit with our 4 …
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What are you allowed to enter with? Diaper bag? Snacks? Should I bring a stroller? We are planning a visit with our 4 year old and 1 year old.
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You can absolutely bring a stroller. They are everywhere. I don't know about a diaper bag, but my guess is they may be allowed as it is a children's museum. Snacks, not sure. I would …
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You can absolutely bring a stroller. They are everywhere. I don't know about a diaper bag, but my guess is they may be allowed as it is a children's museum. Snacks, not sure. I would check their website. We loved it and had a one-year-old with us (who also loved it).
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Answer by Todd B · Apr 29, 2022
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Is there still a mask mandate in place?
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No
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Answer by Amanda m · Aug 23, 2024
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Why do you have a butterfly garden in a history museum dedicated to the study of play?
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The butterfly garden and other living collections at the museum represent a type of play called “nature play.” This form of play can positively affect people by helping...
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