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Rochester Museum & Science Center

Three floors of interactive science and regional history, with a water-play area that toddlers love and engineering exhibits for older kids. Sensory Sundays offer fidgets and adaptive gear.

Ages
All ages
Price
About $21-23 per person; Museums for All discounts
Setting
Indoor
Best seasons
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Accessibility
Accessible or inclusive features
Sensory-friendly
Offers sensory-friendly times or spaces
Address
657 East Ave, Rochester, NY 14607

Highlights

  • Hands-on science exhibits
  • Sensory Sundays
  • Quiet area near Wonders of Water
  • Free on-campus parking

Upcoming events here

Event
Sat, Oct 31 · 11:00 am–3:00 pm

Family Fun Day: Tricks & Treats

Costumed trick-or-treating through the museum plus spooky science demos, slime, circuits and visits from local groups like the LEGO users group and the Knighthawks mascot.

Toddlers, Kids, Tweens · $5 event fee plus admission · Rochester Museum & Science Center, Rochester

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Event
First Wednesday of the month, noon–5 pm, through Dec 2

Amazon Free Afternoons at RMSC

Free museum admission on the first Wednesday afternoon of each month (Nov 4, Dec 2). Free planetarium seats can be reserved the same day, first come, first served.

All ages · Free · Rochester Museum & Science Center, Rochester

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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.

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Last checked October 26, 2026. Hours and prices change, so confirm with the venue before you go. Source.

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