Rochester, New York
The Strong National Museum of Play is a highly interactive, collections-based museum in Rochester devoted to the history and exploration of play. It is the second-largest children's museum in the US and home to the National Toy Hall of Fame.
National Toy Hall of Fame; World Video Game Hall of Fame; Dancing Wings Butterfly Garden; Sesame Street exhibit.
Play your way through interactive history exhibits; Visit the butterfly garden; Play vintage arcade games; Shop in the extensive gift shop.
Year-round; Weekdays are quieter.
Admission fee required; Extra fee for butterfly garden.
Food court; Carousel; Train ride; Restrooms; Lockers.
Plan to spend the entire day here; it's huge and engaging for all ages.
Rochester Museum & Science Center; Memorial Art Gallery.