The spring, summer, and fall months in Rochester, New York boast amazingly beautiful weather for spending some time outdoors, and what better way to enjoy the cool and comfortable temperatures than to check out some parks, museums and galleries while visiting Rochester, New York?
There are a number of well-known parks in the Rochester, New York area, including Genesee Valley Park, the Lamberton Conservatory, Mount Hope Cemetery and the oh-so-popular Highland Park. Highland Park is known as the host site of the nationally renowned annual Lilac Festival, which brings visitors from all over the United States to see the 22 acres of some 500 varieties of lilac flowers. This park is also the site where the city hosts the Vietnam Veterans Memorial and the amazing AIDS Remembrance Garden.
If you're more into art galleries, Rochester has a little something for everyone! Artisian Works, located on Blossom Road, is a huge warehouse transformed into an art gallery where everything is for sale, and includes a small movie theatre used for amateur film features. There is also the Memorial Art Gallery on University Avenue.
Got kids? They'll love the downtown children's museum known as the Strong National Museum of Play. This is the one place where play is key, and the focus of the museum. They can learn through a number of key exhibits, and enjoy a walk through the National Toy Hall of Fame housed inside. Rochester is also the home of the Seneca Park Zoo, which is a great place to spend an afternoon with the family. The Rochester Museum and Science Center is also a great place for kids with their Adventure Zone, full of hands-on exhibits and fun playful opportunities to learn. If your kids love space, you could also check out the Strasenburge Planetarium, where they have films and laser-light shows set to music for a unique entertainment experience!
History buff? Then you've got a lot of fun in store for you! Rochester has a number of historical exhibits and museums for you to explore. The George Eastman House is a wonderful attraction, as it is the mansion that was built by the founder of Kodak film. The history of railroads and transportation can be viewed at the Rochester and Genesee Valley Railroad Museum and New York Museum of Transportation on East River Road, or you can check out the Rochester Medical Museum and Archives on Humboldt Street. In addition, you can also check out the house of Susan B. Anthony, the women's rights activist who was arrested for illegal voting in 1872.
So come enjoy all that Rochester, New York has to offer for you and your family-you will not be disappointed in the variety of parks, galleries and museums available for you to enjoy!
