3 Best Places To See in Rochester, NY

“The Strong National Museum of Play is 150,000 square feet of dynamic, interactive exhibit spaces that provide entertaining, educational, and unforgettable intergenerational fun for all ages. The museum is a highly interactive, collections-based institution devoted to the history and exploration of play. The museum has received extensive local and national media coverage, support, and significant financial backing from the National Endowment for Exhibitions and Public Programs Division. The Strong National Museum of Play's multi-faceted collection of studies, exhibits, and other interpretive and instructional programs represents a diverse community of individuals, families, children, educators, authors, enthusiasts, and others from around the world. The Strong National Museum provides discounts for members.”

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“Seneca Park Zoo is a 20-acre zoo that has over 90 species, including mammals, amphibians, reptiles, birds, fish, and arachnids. The zoo's animal collection occasionally changes with the AZA suggestions for breeding through the Species Survival Plans (SSPs), animal deaths, and births. Seneca Park Zoo hosts various activities, including free admission programs such as environmental awareness days and 'Summer Trips' from Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day. The zoo offers hands-on learning, animal encounters, and outdoor exploration for kids ages 3-12. The Seneca Park Zoo Society is honored to endorse annual fundraisers for economic, social, and cultural non-profit groups in the Greater Rochester Area. Seneca Park Zoo educates the public about animal and resource protection, environmental literacy, and recycling programs in many areas in Western New York. Seneca Park Zoo offers free admission for children under 2.”

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“George Eastman Museum aims to provide leadership and preserve and develop its world-class collections related to photography and cinema. The museum was opened to the public in 1949 in Rochester. The museum houses unique collections of a million items in lighting, video, imaging and image processing, and illustrated books. The beautiful 500-seat Dryden Theatre exhibits more than 300 different films every year. The museum features rotating exhibits with immersive collections. The museum is a member of the Association of Art Museum Directors, is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums, and is a member of the International Federation of Film Archives. George Eastman Museum is also a long-standing pioneer in image restoration and visual research. They offer free entry tickets for children under 4 years old.”

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