Looking for a fun, budget-friendly day trip the whole family will enjoy? Mark your calendars—every Thursday in August, kids 12 and under get free admission to the Genesee Country Village & Museum! That’s four days of family fun, discovery, and hands-on history just a short drive from Rochester.
🗓 Free Kids Admission Dates:
Thursday, August 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2025
🏡 What to Expect During Kids Free Days:
🕰 Explore the Historic Village
Step back in time and let your kids play historic games on the Village Square, watch live demonstrations, and even see how ice cream was made in the 19th century! Stop by the D.B. Munger & Co. Confectionery for new farm-animal-themed treats made just for the occasion.
🎨 Hands-On Fun at the Art Tent
In the John L. Wehle Gallery, kids can get creative at the Art Tent, where hands-on crafting projects await! Don’t miss the chance to explore new exhibits, including a special dress display in the Gallery lobby.
🦉 Special Animal Encounter
On Thursday, August 14, the museum welcomes Braddock Bay Raptor Research for a special meet & greet with live birds of prey—a must-see for animal lovers!
🍴 Dining & Shopping
The Depot Restaurant will be open during all four free admission days. Before you head home, stop by the Flint Hill Store for traditional gifts, historic toys, handmade fudge, and unique items crafted in the Historic Village.
✨Whether your kids love animals, crafts, sweet treats, or stepping into the past, there's something magical for every age at the Genesee Country Village & Museum.
Make the most of these special Thursdays and plan a memorable outing your kids will talk about all year long!
🔗 Kids Free Day - Genesee Country Village & Museum
