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ROCHESTER, NY—Rochester’s most playful fundraising gala is back in-person! Join Honorary Co-Chairs Kyle and Nicole Sayers for an evening of fun and festivities highlighting the power of play at The Strong’s Play Ball […]

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October 20, 2021

The Strong Partners with WeGo Foundationto Allow Hospitalized ChildrenRobotic Access to the Museum

Golisano Children’s Hospital toBecome First Hospital in Region to Join the Network

ROCHESTER, NY—The Strong National Museum of Play has partnered with […]

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October 19, 2021

ROCHESTER, NY—Have you ever wondered how some of your favorite board games were developed? Game enthusiasts and researchers alike can now dive into the creative processes and thinking of legendary game designer Sid […]

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October 11, 2021

Celebrate the 2021 National Toy Hall of Fame inductees and past inductees at The Strong on Saturday, November 6, and Sunday, November 7 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

On Saturday only, enjoy […]

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October 8, 2021

ROCHESTER, NY—Are you ready for the challenge? The Strong is climbing into the realm of adventure play and building an all-new high ropes course—Skyline Climb—slated to open November 26, 2021. Suspended above the […]

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October 7, 2021

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September 30, 2021

The following 12 toys are finalists for 2021 induction into The Strong’s National Toy Hall of Fame. Only three will take their honored places in the hall this year when they are announced by The […]

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September 29, 2021

ROCHESTER, New York—Which toys will make it into the National Toy Hall of Fame this November? Can Risk conquer the competition or will Battleship fight its way to victory? Can billiards hit the corner pocket? […]

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September 29, 2021

For more information contact: Shane Rhinewald, 585-410-6365, srhinewald@museumofplay.orgcreate new email

Fly, swing, or swoop into The Strong to meet your favorite superheroes from The Superhero Alliance of Western New York from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on […]

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September 29, 2021

Enjoy a quiet and play-filled morning during Sensory-Friendly Sunday at The Strong museum on Sunday, October 17, from 8 to 10 a.m. Children with special sensory, developmental, or physical needs can enjoy the museum in a comfortable […]

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September 29, 2021