The Strong National Museum of Play

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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Nov 22, 2023
First- the bad to get it out of the way.... I had the gluten free pizza in the food court for lunch. I paid extra for a cauliflower gf crust but this was probably the worst I've ever tasted. The cr… Full review by kellyjelly123
Nov 18, 2023
I find it very disappointing that your low ropes course is for under 48”, yet when you denied my son, you would not let him stand inside the course with me so his younger brother could do it. You wou… Full review by KimF568
Nov 17, 2023
In the last year the Strong Museum of Play has doubled in size. There is so much to see and do. It’s fun whether you bring children or just have adults in your party. Adults will enjoy seeing the to… Full review by noreenm87
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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 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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My 2yr old son is Autistic and will not wear a mask... Would he be able to play still?
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The Strong Museum follows the NY Mandate that does say anyone over the age of two must wear a mask ~ NY is strict and has not let up on Many of the original rules that were put …
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The Strong Museum follows the NY Mandate that does say anyone over the age of two must wear a mask ~ NY is strict and has not let up on Many of the original rules that were put into place. Plus many of the "play areas" are closed within the museum.
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Answer by colleen c · Apr 14, 2021
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Would 11 year old be interested in this?
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Absolutely! Kids up to 90 will love The Strong - something for everyone!
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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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