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George Eastman Museum

World's foremost museum of photography and cinema located in Rochester, NY.
(1841)

05/28/2026

We're excited to announce that actress Octavia Spencer will receive the George Eastman Award for distinguished contribution to the art of cinema on Friday, July 17 at 8 p.m. in the Dryden Theatre! ✨

The award ceremony, followed by a gala, are open to the public.

Museum members will have access to advance ticket sales, beginning on Monday, June 15 at 10 a.m. The remaining tickets will go on sale to the general public on Thursday, June 18 at 10 a.m. 🎟️

Learn more: eastman.org/eastmanaward2026

📷 Octavia Spencer, photo by Art Streiber

05/23/2026

Coming up this weekend at George Eastman Museum 👉

🗓️ Saturday, May 23
🚶‍♀️Docent-led tours of the mansion at 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.
🌿 Landscape tour at 12:30pm
🎞️ BELL, BOOK, AND CANDLE at 7:30 p.m. in the Dryden Theatre
🎞️ THE PRODUCERS at 7:30 p.m. in the Dryden Theatre

🗓️ Sunday, May 24
🌿 Landscape tour at 12:30 p.m.
🚶‍♀️Docent-led tour of the mansion at 2 p.m.

Plus "Edward Steichen and the Garden" in the Main Galleries, lunch at Open Face, hands-on activities in the Donna Fielding Discovery Room, and more!

Plan your visit: eastman.org/plan-your-visit

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05/21/2026

The moment we’ve been waiting for: wisteria is officially in bloom! Stroll through our historic gardens and enjoy the beauty while it lasts. 💜

05/20/2026

At George Eastman Museum, there’s always something new to discover—whether it’s your first visit or your fifth.

Become a member and enjoy:
✨ Unlimited museum admission all year
✨ Discounted tickets to summer concerts + special events
✨ Dryden Theatre perks, including a free Member Movie each month
✨ Invitations to exhibition previews, behind-the-scenes tours, and more

🌷 Join or renew by June 15, 2026 and get an extra month FREE with code SPRING26

Learn more: eastman.org/membership

📷 Jackie Photography

05/18/2026

Guided by program mentors and volunteers, twenty participants in Flower City Arts Center's Studio 678 Photo Club 2025/2026 learned to use 35mm film cameras and produce their own black-and-white prints in the darkroom.

Through this hands-on journey, students practiced photography in the studio and throughout the Rochester community, taking full ownership of their creative process. Students also collaborated with local poets to compose poems to accompany their photographs.

👉 See these creative works by student artists on view now in our community gallery, Gallery Obscura.

📷 Aruna, student artist. Gelatin silver print, 2026

05/17/2026

With the exhibition "Edward Steichen and the Garden" in the Main Galleries and the gardens now open for the season, enjoy this celebration of both at the Dryden Theatre 👉

🎞️ Steichen and the Garden (16mm/35mm)
🗓️ Tuesday, May 19
⏰ 7:30 p.m
📍Dryden Theatre

The first half of the program will feature footage of Edward Steichen, while the second half of the program explores the extent of floral photography in silent film.

Learn more: eastman.org/event/film-screenings/steichen-and-garden-16mm35mm

05/16/2026

Walk the grounds with your bestie, take a bike tour, enjoy lunch at Open Face, and more this weekend 👉

🗓️ Saturday, May 16
🚲 George Eastman Bike Tour at 10 a.m.
🚶‍♀️Docent-led tours of the mansion at 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.
🌿 Landscape tour at 12:30pm
🎞️ SCORE at 7:30 p.m. in the Dryden Theatre

🗓️ Sunday, May 17
🌿 Landscape tour at 12:30 p.m.
🚶‍♀️Docent-led tour of the mansion at 2 p.m.
🎞️ Dryden Theatre Piano Fundraiser: THE TEN COMMANDMENTS at 2 p.m.

Plan your visit: eastman.org/plan-your-visit

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05/15/2026

As the world’s oldest photography museum, it's no surprise we love a photograph. That's why we welcome photography here at George Eastman Museum. 📷

Casual and professional photographers alike, head to our website to learn more about our photo policies: eastman.org/photography-site

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05/14/2026

An integral part of Dryden Theatre programming, silent films come to life with live accompaniment. Join us for a special screening in support of the Dryden's piano fund, helping to bring a 1925 Knabe piano to the theater to enhance future screenings 🎹

🎞️ THE TEN COMMANDMENTS (Cecil B. DeMille, US 1923, 136 min., 35mm)
🗓️ Sunday, May 17 at 2 p.m.
🎟️ $15 members; $20 non-members

This presentation features the film as restored by the George Eastman Museum, created from DeMille’s personal nitrate print, with live accompaniment by acclaimed silent film musician Philip Carli.

Reserve your ticket: eastman.org/event/film-screenings-special-events/dryden-theatre-piano-fundraiser-ten-commandments-35mm

05/13/2026

It's peak lilac season in Rochester, and George Eastman Museum is no exception 💜

Explore the gardens at your own pace, or join a docent-led landscape tour—offered Saturdays and Sundays at 12:30 p.m. and included with admission.

Tag a friend you’d love to wander the gardens with 🌿

📷 Erich Camping

05/10/2026

Whether you're celebrating, remembering, or simply reflecting today, we're grateful for the stories captured through photography and film that help preserve meaningful connections. ❤️

📷 George Eastman (American, 1854–1932). Maria Eastman on porch of Arnold Park house. George Eastman Museum.

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900 East Avenue
Rochester, NY
14607

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+15853274800

Website

http://www.eastman.org/

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