EDGERTON
POPULAR ATTRACTIONS
FUN FACTS
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The Edgerton neighborhood is a bustling residential area alongside the Genesee River Gorge. The neighborhood was once home to several prominent figures in Rochester history, including George Eastman and Margaret Woodbury.
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While Eastman’s accolades with Kodak are internationally-recognized, many Rochesterians are unaware that Woodbury’s massive toy collection became the basis for the Strong National Museum of Play.
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Edgerton's residents are able to access Rochester's scenic Genesee Riverway Trail easily. A walk or bike ride down the river takes visitors through the City of Rochester, and gives way to several breathtaking views of High Falls.
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Community activism is a core tenet among Edgerton’s residents. The neighborhood works with the nearby Maplewood district to assist refugees with resettlement and job finding efforts.