George Eastman Museum, Rochester

Name: George Eastman Museum
Address: 900 East Ave, Rochester, 14607, United States
Telephone: +1 585-327-4800

#5 among attractions in Rochester

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Photo details 1. Wikipedia / CC BY-SA 2.0 / Ryan Hyde / URL • 2. Wikimedia Commons / Public domain / Barbara Puorro Galasso, Photographer, George Eastman House, International Museum of Photography and Film / URL • 3. Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 3.0 / Mattlapointe / URL • 4. Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 4.0 / Arielyn / URL • 5. Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 4.0 / Arielyn / URL • 6. Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 4.0 / Arielyn / URL • 7. Wikimedia Commons / Public domain / File Upload Bot (Magnus Manske) / URL

Facts and practical information

The George Eastman Museum, the world's oldest museum dedicated to photography and one of the world's oldest film archives, opened to the public in 1949 in Rochester, New York. ()

Alternative names: Built: 1905 (119 years ago)Coordinates: 43°9'11"N, 77°34'47"W

Address

900 East AveSoutheast Rochester (East Avenue)Rochester 14607 United States

Contact

+1 585-327-4800

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Day trips

George Eastman Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Memorial Art Gallery, National Toy Hall of Fame, Cobbs Hill Reservoir, Main Street Armory.

0.5 miNW
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Memorial Art Gallery, Rochester
14 min walk • Nestled in the cultural heart of Rochester, New York, the Memorial Art Gallery (MAG) stands as a beacon of art and history in the upstate region. This museum, an affiliate of the University of Rochester, is renowned for its comprehensive collection that spans over...
1.1 miW
Museum
National Toy Hall of Fame, Rochester
28 min walk • The National Toy Hall of Fame, nestled within the vibrant city of Rochester, New York, is a whimsical destination that celebrates the timeless joy of play. Established in 1998, this museum is a tribute to classic toys and games that have captured the hearts of children...
1 miS
Hiking, Trail, Hiking trail
Cobbs Hill Reservoir, Rochester
26 min walk • Cobbs Hill Reservoir is a reservoir located in Cobbs Hill Park in Rochester, New York, United States. The reservoir is used to supply drinking water to the city of Rochester.
0.7 miNW
Sport venue, Sport, Theater
Main Street Armory, Rochester
19 min walk • The Main Street Armory is a multi-purpose arena located at 900 East Main Street in Rochester, New York. The Armory was built in 1905 by the United States Army and used for the training and processing of soldiers.
1.1 miW
Museum, Children's museum, History museum
The Strong National Museum of Play, Rochester
28 min walk • The Strong National Museum of Play is part of The Strong in Rochester, New York, United States.
0.9 miW
Nightlife, Cinema
Little Theatre, Rochester
24 min walk • The Little Theatre in Rochester, New York, commonly known as "The Little" is a movie theatre located on historic East Avenue in downtown Rochester, New York and a modest non-profit multiplex specializing in art film, including independent and foreign productions outside the United States.
1 miNW
43°9'55"N • 77°35'20"W
Rochester Public Market, Rochester
25 min walk • Shopping, Flea market, Farmer's market
0.4 miW
Museum, History museum, Science museum
Rochester Museum and Science Center, Rochester
10 min walk • The Rochester Museum & Science Center is a museum in Rochester, New York, dedicated to community education in science, technology and local history. The museum also operates the Strasenburgh Planetarium, located next to the museum, and the Cumming Nature Center, a 900-acre nature preserve near Naples, New York.
0.5 miW
Temple, Buddhist architecture
Rochester Zen Center, Rochester
14 min walk • The Rochester Zen Center is a Sōtō and Rinzai Zen Buddhist sangha in the Kapleau lineage, located in Rochester, New York and established in 1966 by Philip Kapleau. It is one of the oldest Zen centers in the United States.
1.1 miW
Theater, Concerts and shows
Eastman Theatre, Rochester
29 min walk • Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre is the largest performance venue at the Eastman School of Music of the University of Rochester, located in downtown Rochester, New York.
~1890 ftW
Museum, Observatories and planetariums
Strasenburgh Planetarium, Rochester
10 min walk • The Strasenburgh Planetarium is a public planetarium located at 663 East Avenue in the city of Rochester, New York. It is named after its benefactors, Edwin and Clara Strasenburgh. It is a department of the Rochester Museum and Science Center. The Planetarium was dedicated on September 14, 1968.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is George Eastman Museum open?

George Eastman Museum is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday 11 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to George Eastman Museum?

Nearby attractions include Dryden Theatre, Rochester (2 min walk), East Avenue Historic District, Rochester (2 min walk), Asbury First United Methodist Church, Rochester (6 min walk), AXOM Gallery & Exhibition Space, Rochester (9 min walk).

How to get to George Eastman Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to George Eastman Museum:

Bus

FlixBus Rochester • Lines: 2686 (29 min walk)