Sunday Pre-Conference Welcome Reception

Sunday, February 21, 6–8 pm

Rochester Museum and Science Center 
657 East Ave, Rochester, NY 14607

Explore science, history, culture, and the natural world at the Rochester Museum & Science Center. The Museum & Science Center features three floors and more than 120 interactive exhibits and demonstrations, with collections and experiences that connect visitors to the stories of Rochester and the Finger Lakes region as well as broader scientific and cultural themes. RMSC is part of a larger museum organization that also includes the Strasenburgh Planetarium and Cumming Nature Center.

$30 add-on at registration includes drinks, heavy appetizers, and access to the museum.

Monday Evening Reception

Monday, February 22, 4–6 pm

Memorial Art Gallery
500 University Ave, Rochester, NY 14607

A visit to the Memorial Art Gallery is a journey through more than 7,000 years of art history. From the relics of antiquity to works in the vanguard of contemporary practice, MAG offers a panorama of the world’s art. Visit the SMA student poster session, enjoy local museum highlights in the Vanden Brul Pavilion, and explore the galleries.

Included with Monday and full registrations. Heavy appetizers and drinks will be available.

Tuesday Evening Reception

Tuesday, February 23, 5:30–7:30 pm

Strong National Museum of Play
One Manhattan Square, Rochester, NY 14607

The Strong National Museum of Play is the ultimate play destination for all ages! Explore upstate New York’s largest year-round cultural attraction and experience two floors—more than a city block long—of hands-on, dynamic, interactive exhibit spaces. Discover the world’s largest collection of toys, dolls, and games. Play your way through video game and pinball history, leap into the world of American comic book superheroes, and move like a playing piece on a giant game board.

Included with Tuesday and full registrations. Heavy appetizers and drinks will be available.