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Rochester, County seat in New York, United States

Rochester sits along the southern shore of Lake Ontario at the mouth of the Genesee River, featuring numerous parks and waterfront areas.

The city evolved from a flour milling center in 1803 to become the global center of photography when George Eastman established Kodak headquarters in 1892.

The George Eastman Museum preserves the largest collection of photography and cinema artifacts, displaying over 400,000 photographs and 28,000 motion pictures.

The Rochester Transit Service operates 40 bus routes throughout Monroe County, connecting downtown areas with educational institutions and residential neighborhoods.

The Strong National Museum of Play holds the most extensive collection of historical materials related to games, toys, and electronic entertainment worldwide.

Location: Monroe County

Inception: 1803

Elevation above the sea: 154 m

Website: https://www.cityofrochester.gov/

Shares border with: Greece, Gates, Chili, Brighton, Irondequoit

Website: https://cityofrochester.gov

GPS coordinates: 43.15729,-77.61521

Latest update: June 9, 2025 08:38

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