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George Eastman Museum

George Eastman's mansion and gardens plus galleries on photography and film. Best for school-age kids and teens with an interest in cameras, movies or history.

Ages
Kids, Tweens, Teens
Price
Paid admission; check site for youth rates
Setting
Indoor
Best seasons
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Accessibility
Accessible or inclusive features
Address
900 East Ave, Rochester, NY 14607

Highlights

  • Historic mansion
  • Photography & film exhibits
  • Formal gardens
  • Dryden Theatre on site

Upcoming events here

Event
Nov 7 – Jan 3 · Museum open days

Sweet Creations Gingerbread Display

Dozens of gingerbread creations, plus wreath and tabletop-tree displays, fill the Eastman mansion for the holidays.

All ages · Included with admission: adults $23; ages 5–17 $9; 4 and under free · George Eastman Museum, Rochester

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The Strong National Museum of Play

A huge museum devoted to play, with hands-on zones for little kids plus classic and modern video game exhibits that keep tweens and teens busy. Fridays and Saturdays it stays open until 8pm.

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ESL Ballpark (Rochester Red Wings)

Home of the Rochester Red Wings Triple-A baseball team, formerly Innovative Field, with family-friendly game nights.

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National Susan B. Anthony Museum & House

Guided tours of the home where Susan B. Anthony lived and was arrested for voting. Best for tweens and teens studying history; the first floor is wheelchair accessible.

Tweens, Teens · Adult $20, student $8, Museums for All $3 · Rochester

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Last checked October 27, 2026. Hours and prices change, so confirm with the venue before you go. Source.

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