Wednesday, October 21, 2020
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Shane Rhinewald, 585-410-6365, srhinewald@museumofplay.org
Noelle McElrath-Hart, 585-410-6325, nmcelrath@museumofplay.org
Honor the newly inducted toys to the National Toy Hall of Fame and revel in a weekend of activities featuring past inductees, including Easy Bake Oven and Hula Hoop, during National Toy Hall of Fame Celebration Weekend at The Strong museum on Saturday and Sunday, November 7 and 8 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Watch 4-H youth and museum staff put their cooking skills to the test in cooking […]
Material Girl: Inside the Closet of America’s Favorite Doll Display Opens at The Strong October 16
Thursday, October 15, 2020
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Shane Rhinewald, 585-410-6365, srhinewald@museumofplay.org
Noelle McElrath-Hart, 585-410-6325, nmcelrath@museumofplay.org
ROCHESTER, New York—Take a peek inside the closet of America’s favorite doll, Barbie, and learn about her ever-changing wardrobe of stylish and trendy clothes in a special display opening October 16, part of the Play Pals exhibit on The Strong’s second floor. Also, be among the first to see a special edition Susan B. Anthony Barbie, created by Mattel in consultation with the Susan B. Anthony Museum.
“While Barbie may […]
The Strong’s Play Ball Goes Virtual
Thursday, October 1, 2020
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Shane Rhinewald, 585-410-6365, srhinewald@museumofplay.org
Noelle McElrath-Hart, 585-410-6325, nmcelrath@museumofplay.org
The Strong’s annual Play Ball fundraising gala is going virtual! Celebrate the 10th anniversary of Play Ball with Honorary Chair Mary Valentine from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on October 2 to support The Strong’s play-based educational mission. This virtual celebration will include interactive games, one-of-a-kind auction packages, and the world-renowned entertainment that Play Ball is known for—including remote appearances from America’s Got Talent finalists Steven Brundage and Puddles Pity […]
Batter Up Weekend at The Strong Museum October 10 & 11
Monday, September 28, 2020
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Shane Rhinewald, 585-410-6365, srhinewald@museumofplay.org
Noelle McElrath-Hart, 585-410-6325, nmcelrath@museumofplay.org
Celebrate the fun of baseball during Batter Up Weekend at The Strong museum on Saturday and Sunday, October 10 & 11 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Learn about the museum’s ball python Wiffle during live presentations with the museum’s biologist at 11 a.m. and noon. Say hello and meet Rochester Red Wings mascot Spikes from 12:30 p.m.to 1:30 p.m. Tip your hat to the 100th anniversary of the Negro […]
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The Strong Announces New Virtual Educational Offerings
Wednesday, September 23, 2020
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Shane Rhinewald, 585-410-6365, srhinewald@museumofplay.org
Noelle McElrath-Hart, 585-410-6325, nmcelrath@museumofplay.org
Wednesdays, September 30, October 7 & 14: Virtual Animal Encounters Series
Take part in a live, educational series from the comfort of your home during the Animal Encounters Virtual Series on Wednesdays, September 30, October 7, and 14 at 11 a.m. Join museum biologist Anna Simpson for family-friendly talks showcasing the animals that live in the museum’s Dancing Wings Butterfly Garden. Take part in a live question-and-answer portion after the presentation. Each […]
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Big League Fun Exhibit Opens at The Strong® Museum September 26
Thursday, September 10, 2020
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Shane Rhinewald, 585-410-6365, srhinewald@museumofplay.org
Noelle McElrath-Hart, 585-410-6325, nmcelrath@museumofplay.org
Batter up! Put the science and math concepts behind baseball into action when the Big League Fun exhibit opens at The Strong museum on Saturday, September 26. America’s favorite pastime comes to life in engaging and educational activities for the whole family.
Enter the announcer’s booth and give a play-by-play call of real game clips by adding sound effects to your recorded broadcast. Root for your favorite Major League Baseball […]
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National Toy Hall of Fame Reveals 2020 Toy Finalists
Wednesday, September 9, 2020
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Shane Rhinewald, 585-410-6365, srhinewald@museumofplay.org
Noelle McElrath-Hart, 585-410-6325, nmcelrath@museumofplay.org
ROCHESTER, New York—Which toys will make it into the National Toy Hall of Fame this November? Can My Little Pony gallop past Breyer Horses? Will sidewalk chalk draw up a victory? Can Risk conquer the competition and reign supreme? Will Lite-Brite outshine the rest?
The Strong’s National Toy Hall of Fame in Rochester, New York, today announced the 12 finalists for induction into the hall: Baby Nancy, bingo, Breyer Horses, […]
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Meet the 2020 Toy Hall Finalists
Wednesday, September 9, 2020
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Shane Rhinewald, 585-410-6365, srhinewald@museumofplay.org
Noelle McElrath-Hart, 585-410-6325, nmcelrath@museumofplay.org
The following 12 toys are finalists for 2020 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 Strong on Thursday, November 5 at 10:30 a.m.
Baby Nancy
In 1968, Operation Bootstrap launched Shindana Toys, a community-owned company dedicated to making toys that “reflect Black pride, Black talent, and most of all, Black enterprise.” […]
Museum Announces Fall Hours
Sunday, September 6, 2020
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Shane Rhinewald, 585-410-6365, srhinewald@museumofplay.org
Noelle McElrath-Hart, 585-410-6325, nmcelrath@museumofplay.org
ROCHESTER, NY—The Strong today announced new fall hours beginning September 7. The museum will be open daily from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. with a limited capacity and its Play Safe policies in place, including enhanced sanitation, a mask requirement for those medially able two and older, and physically distancing measures The full slate of museum safety protocols can be found at museumofplay.org/play-safe.
Also, coming this fall, the museum will […]
The Strong Launches Strong School Club
Wednesday, August 26, 2020
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Shane Rhinewald, 585-410-6365, srhinewald@museumofplay.org
Noelle McElrath-Hart, 585-410-6325, nmcelrath@museumofplay.org
The Strong museum is pleased to announce the launch of the Strong School Club to help working parents in need of a of a safe, supervised space for their child’s remote learning. The 10-week Club, which runs from September 14 to November 20, offers students in grades 1 through 5 an environment to attend their virtual school lessons, work on assignments and projects, and complete their homework in socially […]
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