The iconic Mr. Monopoly made a special appearance at The Strong National Museum of Play on July 19 to help publicly announce the next official MONOPOLY: Rochester Edition board game, under license from Hasbro. MONOPOLY was inducted into the National Toy Hall of Fame in 1998.
MONOPOLY: Rochester Edition will replace the perennial board game’s famous Atlantic City squares, from Boardwalk to Park Place, with Rochester businesses, nonprofits and landmarks. The Rochester board will also include customized Community Chest and Chance playing cards as well as MONOPOLY money, ensuring every detail of the game pays homage to the region. Other than MONOPOLY: The Hamptons Edition (Long Island), Rochester is the only location in New York State to be chosen for this distinction.
To ensure the board captures the most essential elements of Rochester, community recommendations from the public are being solicited for locations to be considered as squares on the board. Top Trumps USA, the American division of Winning Moves International and creators of classic games and puzzles is seeking well-established Rochester businesses and nonprofits to be part of this historic way to honor communities across the city. Public submissions and business inquiries can be sent to rochester@toptrumps.com.
“Rochester is such a unique community with a rich history and a ton of community pride,” said John Marano, a Top Trumps representative. “We aim to ensure that MONOPOLY: Rochester Edition is an accurate portrayal of what locals and tourists love about this charming region. From fantastic museums to rich cultural icons, we would love for everyone to get on board and send us their favorite organizations and landmarks around town to include in the game.”
“We are honored and thrilled that Rochester has been chosen for its very own edition of Hasbro’s celebrated ‘Monopoly’ game,” said Rochester Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Robert J. Duffy.
“Just as Monopoly is a classic game cherished by generations, and one that I have enjoyed playing with my parents, brothers, and children, Rochester is a classic city with a rich history that is worth celebrating. We look forward to seeing which iconic locations will be chosen to showcase our community’s unique character and vibrant spirit on the board.”
MONOPOLY: Rochester Edition will debut early 2025 and will be available in stores and online, at CVS, Amazon, and at select local Rochester retailers. The final squares for MONOPOLY: Rochester Edition will be announced in early 2025. To learn more about MONOPOLY city experience boards, visit http://www.toptrumps.us.
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