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Visit the Ultimate Play Destination
The Strong National Museum of Play is a highly interactive, collections-based museum devoted to the history and exploration of play.
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Half off museum admission every Friday 4–8 p.m.
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Rediscover old memories and make new ones with a trip the family will remember for a lifetime.
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Must-See Exhibits
The Strong Museum is the ultimate play destination for all ages! With nearly 150,000 square feet of dynamic, interactive exhibit space, The Strong provides entertaining, educational, and unforgettable intergenerational fun.
Hasbro Game Park
Jump into the game at the 17,000-square-foot, outdoor Hasbro Game Park!
ESL Digital Worlds: High Score
Learn about the history and cultural importance of electronic games in ESL Digital Worlds: High Score and see how this medium has changed the way that people play and connect.
ESL Digital Worlds: Level Up
Ready, player! Become part of the game and immerse yourself in video game scenarios at ESL Digital Worlds: Level Up.
Upcoming Events
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Break Week: Pete the Cat Crafts and Games
Break Week: Pete the Cat Crafts and Games
Meet Pete the Cat. Enjoy a special Pete the Cat story time. Play Pete the Cat games with your friends and family. Create your own […]
1 event,
Break Week: Pete the Cat Crafts and Games
Break Week: Pete the Cat Crafts and Games
Meet Pete the Cat. Enjoy a special Pete the Cat story time. Play Pete the Cat games with your friends and family. Create your own […]
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1 event,
Play Lab: LEGO Challenges
Play Lab: LEGO Challenges
Put your LEGO-building skills to the test with a series of LEGO challenges. Experience LEGO fun in the Play Lab all week long!
1 event,
Play Lab: LEGO Challenges
Play Lab: LEGO Challenges
Put your LEGO-building skills to the test with a series of LEGO challenges. Experience LEGO fun in the Play Lab all week long!
1 event,
Play Lab: LEGO Challenges
Play Lab: LEGO Challenges
Put your LEGO-building skills to the test with a series of LEGO challenges. Experience LEGO fun in the Play Lab all week long!
2 events,
Play Lab: LEGO Challenges
Play Lab: LEGO Challenges
Put your LEGO-building skills to the test with a series of LEGO challenges. Experience LEGO fun in the Play Lab all week long!
Under the Sea
Under the Sea
Make a splash at the “Under the Sea” weekend at The Strong. Visit the Pirate Play Zone, create a jellyfish friends craft, and view fish […]
2 events,
Play Lab: LEGO Challenges
Play Lab: LEGO Challenges
Put your LEGO-building skills to the test with a series of LEGO challenges. Experience LEGO fun in the Play Lab all week long!
Under the Sea
Under the Sea
Make a splash at the “Under the Sea” weekend at The Strong. Visit the Pirate Play Zone, create a jellyfish friends craft, and view fish […]
2 events,
Play Lab: Brick Prints
Play Lab: Brick Prints
Create a work of art using bricks and paint. Make prints using bricks creating a fun image in the Play Lab all week long!
Carol D. Simmons Storytime Club: Winter Wonderland
Carol D. Simmons Storytime Club: Winter Wonderland
Celebrate the joy of reading! Hear children’s stories read aloud on select Mondays and be whisked away on literary adventures as part of the Carol […]
1 event,
Play Lab: Brick Prints
Play Lab: Brick Prints
Create a work of art using bricks and paint. Make prints using bricks creating a fun image in the Play Lab all week long!
1 event,
Play Lab: Brick Prints
Play Lab: Brick Prints
Create a work of art using bricks and paint. Make prints using bricks creating a fun image in the Play Lab all week long!
1 event,
Play Lab: Brick Prints
Play Lab: Brick Prints
Create a work of art using bricks and paint. Make prints using bricks creating a fun image in the Play Lab all week long!
1 event,
Play Lab: Brick Prints
Play Lab: Brick Prints
Create a work of art using bricks and paint. Make prints using bricks creating a fun image in the Play Lab all week long!
1 event,
Play Lab: Brick Prints
Play Lab: Brick Prints
Create a work of art using bricks and paint. Make prints using bricks creating a fun image in the Play Lab all week long!
1 event,
Play Lab: Brick Prints
Play Lab: Brick Prints
Create a work of art using bricks and paint. Make prints using bricks creating a fun image in the Play Lab all week long!
2 events,
Play Lab: Brick Vehicles
Play Lab: Brick Vehicles
Put your engineering hats on and get creative this week in the Play Lab! Use bricks to construct a vehicle.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Compassion
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Compassion
Join The Strong in celebrating the memory of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and continuing this dream to create world full of compassion. African […]
1 event,
Play Lab: Brick Vehicles
Play Lab: Brick Vehicles
Put your engineering hats on and get creative this week in the Play Lab! Use bricks to construct a vehicle.
1 event,
Play Lab: Brick Vehicles
Play Lab: Brick Vehicles
Put your engineering hats on and get creative this week in the Play Lab! Use bricks to construct a vehicle.
1 event,
Play Lab: Brick Vehicles
Play Lab: Brick Vehicles
Put your engineering hats on and get creative this week in the Play Lab! Use bricks to construct a vehicle.
2 events,
Play Lab: Brick Vehicles
Play Lab: Brick Vehicles
Put your engineering hats on and get creative this week in the Play Lab! Use bricks to construct a vehicle.
Eastman Evenings
Eastman Evenings
Join The Eastman Community Music School Youth Guitar Ensemble, under the direction of Lynn McGrath, for a strumming good time! This performance is featured as […]
3 events,
Barbie™ You Can Be Anything™: The Experience Member Preview
Barbie™ You Can Be Anything™: The Experience Member Preview
Members can explore the brand-new Barbie™ You Can Be Anything™: The Experience exhibit an hour before the museum opens to the general public! Members will […]
Play Lab: Brick Vehicles
Play Lab: Brick Vehicles
Put your engineering hats on and get creative this week in the Play Lab! Use bricks to construct a vehicle.
Barbie™ You Can Be Anything™: The Experience Opening
Barbie™ You Can Be Anything™: The Experience Opening
In celebration of our newest exhibit opening, visit The Strong for a weekend of Barbie fun! Experience the Barbie You Can Be Anything Fashion Show […]
4 events,
Sensory Friendly Sunday
Sensory Friendly Sunday
Enjoy The Strong before it opens to the public at an exclusive event designed for children with special sensory, developmental, or physical needs. Explore the […]
Video Game Creation Workshop (Ages 8-12)
Video Game Creation Workshop (Ages 8-12)
Play and learning go hand in hand as students conceptualize, design, and create an original computer game. Video Game Creation Workshop is back by popular […]
Barbie™ You Can Be Anything™: The Experience Opening
Barbie™ You Can Be Anything™: The Experience Opening
In celebration of our newest exhibit opening, visit The Strong for a weekend of Barbie fun! Experience the Barbie You Can Be Anything Fashion Show […]
Play Lab: Brick Vehicles
Play Lab: Brick Vehicles
Put your engineering hats on and get creative this week in the Play Lab! Use bricks to construct a vehicle.
2 events,
Play Lab: LEGO Zip Lines
Play Lab: LEGO Zip Lines
Put your LEGO-building skills to the test this week in the Play Lab. Construct a LEGO zip line for LEGO characters to zip down!
Carol D. Simmons Storytime Club: Winter Wonderland
Carol D. Simmons Storytime Club: Winter Wonderland
Celebrate the joy of reading! Hear children’s stories read aloud on select Mondays and be whisked away on literary adventures as part of the Carol […]
1 event,
Play Lab: LEGO Zip Lines
Play Lab: LEGO Zip Lines
Put your LEGO-building skills to the test this week in the Play Lab. Construct a LEGO zip line for LEGO characters to zip down!
1 event,
Play Lab: LEGO Zip Lines
Play Lab: LEGO Zip Lines
Put your LEGO-building skills to the test this week in the Play Lab. Construct a LEGO zip line for LEGO characters to zip down!
1 event,
Play Lab: LEGO Zip Lines
Play Lab: LEGO Zip Lines
Put your LEGO-building skills to the test this week in the Play Lab. Construct a LEGO zip line for LEGO characters to zip down!
1 event,
Play Lab: LEGO Zip Lines
Play Lab: LEGO Zip Lines
Put your LEGO-building skills to the test this week in the Play Lab. Construct a LEGO zip line for LEGO characters to zip down!
2 events,
Pink Party
Pink Party
Join us for a Pink Party! Join Barbie and Ken for a wake-up exercise class, decorate your own pink donut, create a pair of unique […]
Play Lab: LEGO Zip Lines
Play Lab: LEGO Zip Lines
Put your LEGO-building skills to the test this week in the Play Lab. Construct a LEGO zip line for LEGO characters to zip down!
2 events,
Video Game Creation Workshop (Ages 8-12)
Video Game Creation Workshop (Ages 8-12)
Play and learning go hand in hand as students conceptualize, design, and create an original computer game. Video Game Creation Workshop is back by popular […]
Play Lab: LEGO Zip Lines
Play Lab: LEGO Zip Lines
Put your LEGO-building skills to the test this week in the Play Lab. Construct a LEGO zip line for LEGO characters to zip down!
2 events,
Play Lab: LEGO and Wind
Play Lab: LEGO and Wind
Combine science and LEGO this week in the Play Lab. Explore the interaction between your LEGO creation and wind.
Carol D. Simmons Storytime Club: Winter Wonderland
Carol D. Simmons Storytime Club: Winter Wonderland
Celebrate the joy of reading! Hear children’s stories read aloud on select Mondays and be whisked away on literary adventures as part of the Carol […]
1 event,
Play Lab: LEGO and Wind
Play Lab: LEGO and Wind
Combine science and LEGO this week in the Play Lab. Explore the interaction between your LEGO creation and wind.
1 event,
Play Lab: LEGO and Wind
Play Lab: LEGO and Wind
Combine science and LEGO this week in the Play Lab. Explore the interaction between your LEGO creation and wind.
1 event,
Play Lab: LEGO and Wind
Play Lab: LEGO and Wind
Combine science and LEGO this week in the Play Lab. Explore the interaction between your LEGO creation and wind.
1 event,
Play Lab: LEGO and Wind
Play Lab: LEGO and Wind
Combine science and LEGO this week in the Play Lab. Explore the interaction between your LEGO creation and wind.
1 event,
Play Lab: LEGO and Wind
Play Lab: LEGO and Wind
Combine science and LEGO this week in the Play Lab. Explore the interaction between your LEGO creation and wind.
Events
Under the Sea
Make a splash at the “Under the Sea” weekend at The Strong. Visit the Pirate Play Zone, create a jellyfish friends craft, and view fish feedings in the Rainbow Reef exhibit. Don’t miss […]
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Events
Sensory Friendly Sunday
Enjoy The Strong before it opens to the public at an exclusive event designed for children with special sensory, developmental, or physical needs. Explore the museum in a comfortable and accepting environment that […]
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Museum News
The Strong’s Woodbury School begins accepting applications for the 2024-2025 school year.
Museum News
The Strong launches an online exhibit, Japanese Home Video Games Before Nintendo’s Famicom on Google Arts & Culture.
Explore Our Collections
The Strong owns and cares for the world's most comprehensive collection of toys, dolls, board games, video games, other electronic games, books, documents, and other historical materials related to play.
Online Collections
Access thousands of objects from the museum's online database.
Archives Catalog
Search design documents, personal papers, and other archival materials.
Library Catalog
Explore periodicals, books, comic books, and other holdings from The Strong's research library.
On-site Collections Access
Thousands of artifacts from The Strong’s collections are available to researchers by appointment.
In play a child always behaves beyond his average age, above his daily behavior. In play it is as though he were a head taller than himself.”
