The Strong National Museum of Play
Toys, video games and a Toy Hall of Fame.
Rochester
A Genesee River city of great museums: the Strong's National Museum of Play, George Eastman's photography house, and Susan B. Anthony's home.
Kodak built this city, and High Falls drops through downtown.
- Best Time
- Spring and fall
- Time Needed
- Half a day
- Cost Level
- $$$$
- Open
- Year-round
- Getting There
- Greater Rochester International, about 90 minutes from Niagara Falls.
What to See
0 of 3 are freeGeorge Eastman Museum
The world's oldest photography museum.
Susan B. Anthony House
Where she was arrested for voting in 1872.
Know Before You Go
- Check opening hours before you go, especially on weekends and at state buildings.
Where to Stay
Stay downtown.
Where to Eat
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