2025 Registration and Attendance

Ticketing:

Strong Musuem Entrance

Tickets are required to enjoy the BIPOC Game conference. Please choose your ticket type appropriately. Tickets are managed by The Strong National Museum of Play and include access to the museum.

General Attendee:

The general public should pay the $35.00 ticketing fee to enjoy access to all of the lectures, demonstrations, panels and workshops for all three days of the event. 

For Student Registration:

The student discount rate is available to any currently enrolled college students (graduate or undergraduate) who can provide a valid student ID card at the time of the event. Student registration affords the game general access as general attendee, although access to age-restricted events may apply.

For Speakers and Showcase Participants

Strong Exhibition Hall Attendees

Speaker Registration:

(for accepted speakers only)
Speakers, panelists, workshop leaders and others should pay the speaker registration rate, of $65 per person.  This includes special benefits for speakers and is not available to the general public. Only those who have been accepted to the conference program through peer-reviewed submission should register as a speaker.


Conference Showcase:

(for accepted showcase exhibitors only)
Conference attendees whose work has been accepted for showcase demonstration via the curatorial process must register each person staffing their showcase.  We suggest 2-3 people per table, but require at least one.

 

If you have questions about which ticket to purchase or group rates, please contact the conference chairs.

Transportation

Photo by Suzy Hazelwood from Pexels: https://www.pexels.com/photo/miniature-item-on-monopoly-board-game-9110554/Transportation and Hotels for Attending The BIPOC Conference at The Strong National Museum of Play, Rochester, New York. The conference organizers are working with Delta Airlines and local hotels to negotiate discount rates for participants and attendees.

Please consider the following general guide:

Transportation to Rochester, NY

Mode Details

By Air
Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) is 5 miles from the museum. Airlines include American, Delta, United, and Southwest. Ground transportation options: taxis, rideshares, rental cars, and public buses.

By Train
Amtrak Rochester Station (ROC) is 1 mile from the museum. Serves Empire Service and Lake Shore Limited routes. Taxis and rideshares available.

By Bus
Greyhound and Megabus stop 1.5 miles from the museum. RTS bus system provides public transit throughout Rochester.

By Car
Located at 1 Manhattan Square Dr, Rochester, NY 14607. Accessible via I-490 and I-90. On-site and street parking available.

Local Transportation

Option Details
Rideshare Services Uber and Lyft operate throughout Rochester.
Public Transit RTS bus routes serve the downtown area.
Biking/Walking The museum is centrally located and accessible by foot or bike.

Hotels


Hotels Near The Strong National Museum of Play

Hotel Address Details Distance from Museum
Main Conference Hotel
Hampton Inn & Suites Rochester Downtown 101 South Union Street, Rochester, NY, 14604 In the heart of downtown Rochester, close to many shops and restaurants. The Strong National Museum of Play is across the street. Enjoy an indoor pool and the convenience of networking with conference participants.

A conference discount code will be sent to all registered attendees and participants.
4 minute walk
Other options for hotels:
Hyatt Regency Rochester 125 E Main St, Rochester, NY 14604 4-star hotel with a fitness center, restaurant, and shuttle service. 0.8 miles
Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown 155 E Main St, Rochester, NY 14604 Indoor pool, restaurant, and close to downtown attractions. 0.7 miles
The Strathallan Rochester - A DoubleTree by Hilton 550 East Ave, Rochester, NY 14607 Boutique-style accommodations with a rooftop bar. 1 mile
Holiday Inn Rochester Downtown 70 State St, Rochester, NY 14614 Comfortable accommodations with a restaurant and shuttle service. 1.2 miles