The Strong Museum

Earlier this week, members of The Strong’s collections team gave a tour of the museum to appraisers from PBS’s Antiques Roadshow📺 Thanks for visiting!

This summer marks 20 years since The Strong’s 2006 expansion that added four brand-new exhibits and expanded existing spaces like the Adams Atrium where a 3-story-high, 200-foot-long caterpillar-like structure connected the existing building to the new wing and is capped by a 70-foot-high glass wall that drenches the airy space in natural light. The space by the glass wall has hosted countless events since 2006 and seen some updates itself in the following years.

Join us from 8:30–11 p.m. on July 17 for an 18+ night out at the Museum! Grab your friends and head to The Strong for a night full of play. Roam all the exhibits at your own pace, challenge your friends to lawn games, and don't skip the bubbles—trust us on that one! This adult night out is alcohol free and will run on good vibes. For tickets, visit https://store.museumofplay.org/webstore/shop/viewItems.aspx?cg=programs&c=18andup&_gl=1

On the last Senior Monday of each month, hear an expert present on topics related to the museum’s collections. Join us in the Paychex Theater at 11 a.m. on Monday, June 22, for a presentation by Senior Director of Libraries and Archives, David Sleasman. This presentation, titled “Margaret Woodbury Strong: Rochesterian, Collector, Visionary”, will explore all the elements of The Strong Museum founder’s life and how she came to create Rochester’s most original (and fun) museum.

Do you have photos of The Strong’s iconic window in the Adams Atrium? Enter the 20 Years Strong giveaway in celebration of the 20th anniversary of the museum's 2006 expansion for a chance to win a Strong Museum-themed Monopoly game and four general museum admission tickets. Dig up those old photos and upload them to Facebook or Instagram, tag the museum, and use . The first winner will be selected on June 29. See rules at https://www.museumofplay.org/giveaway/

Celebrate Juneteenth at The Strong’s Juneteenth Community Celebration presented by Rochester Area Community Foundation on June 20! Celebrate Juneteenth with performances and activities promoting and cultivating the knowledge and appreciation of Black history and culture. In partnership with the Rochester Area Community Foundation and Greater Rochester Martin Luther King Jr. Commission, The Strong offers free admission and parking from 10 a.m.–8 p.m. in honor of Juneteenth. Register for FREE at https://store.museumofplay.org/webstore/shop/viewItems.aspx?cg=nofee&c=juneteenth&_gl=1*4l1rjv*_gcl_au*MTI0NDc1OTIyNC4xNzc1NTY3ODU5

Now open – Playfully Patriotic!🗽 In celebration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, enjoy a special exhibit and explore American history through the lens of play. View unique artifacts from the museum’s collections, such as Statue of Liberty toys and presidential dolls.

Strong Museum members SAVE! If you plan to visit The Strong this summer, don’t miss out on these great benefits. Become a member today. To learn more, visit www.museumofplay.org/visit/membership

Happy International Day of Play! Is there a better way to celebrate than a day at The Strong? Join us from 11 a.m.–3 p.m. for a bubble-blowing bonanza in Hasbro Game Park and mark where you’re from on the world map in the Adams Atrium🌎