Lafayette Park Historic District, Albany

Name: Lafayette Park Historic District
Address: Albany, United States

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Lafayette Park Historic District, Albany

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The Lafayette Park Historic District is located in central Albany, New York, United States. It includes the park and the combination of large government buildings and small rowhouses on the neighboring streets. In 1978 it was recognized as a historic district and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Many of its contributing properties are themselves listed on the National Register. One of them, the New York State Capitol, is a National Historic Landmark as well. Other government buildings include City Hall, the building housing Albany County government, the state's highest court and the offices of its Education Department along with the offices of the City School District of Albany. The Episcopal Diocese of Albany's cathedral is at one corner of the district. ()

Coordinates: 42°39'11"N, 73°45'24"W

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Lafayette Park Historic District – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: New York State Capitol, Times Union Center, Statue of Philip Schuyler, The Egg Building.

~260 ftSW
Grand government building
New York State Capitol, Albany
2 min walk • The New York State Capitol, located in the heart of Albany, is a stunning architectural masterpiece and a beacon of political life in the state. Completed in 1899 after a prolonged construction period that began in 1867, this grand edifice stands as a testament to the...
~1750 ftS
Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue, Sport
Times Union Center, Albany
9 min walk • The Times Union Center stands as a bustling hub of entertainment and sports in the heart of Albany, New York. This indoor arena, with its capacity to accommodate up to 17,500 spectators, has been a landmark of the city since its opening in 1990.
~630 ftSE
Monuments and statues
Statue of Philip Schuyler, Albany
4 min walk • A statue of Philip Schuyler by J. Massey Rhind is installed outside Albany City Hall in Albany, New York, United States. The memorial is slated for removal, as of June 2020.
~1040 ftSW
Concerts and shows, Theater, Performing arts
The Egg Building, Albany
6 min walk • The Egg is a performing arts venue in Albany, New York. Named for its shape, the building was designed by Harrison & Abramovitz as part of the Empire State Plaza project, and built between 1966 and 1978. It is located in the northeast corner of the Plaza.
~840 ftS
Monuments and statues
New York State Fallen Firefighters Memorial, Albany
5 min walk • The New York State Fallen Firefighters Memorial in Albany, New York is dedicated to the New York firefighters who have died in the line of duty. Governor of New York George Pataki officially dedicated the memorial on October 5, 1998. It features a 54-foot by 15-foot gray granite wall, with 2,312 names permanently etched into the stone.
~760 ftSE
Romanesque architecture, City hall, Romanesque revival architecture
Albany City Hall, Albany
4 min walk • Albany City Hall is the seat of government of the city of Albany, New York, United States. It houses the office of the mayor, the Common Council chamber, the city and traffic courts, as well as other city services.
~1660 ftS
Skyscraper, Architecture, Observation decks and towers
Erastus Corning Tower, Albany
9 min walk • The Erastus Corning Tower, also known as the Mayor Erastus Corning 2nd Tower or simply the Corning Tower, is a skyscraper located in downtown Albany, New York.
~620 ftNW
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
Cathedral of All Saints, Albany
3 min walk • The Cathedral of All Saints, Albany, New York, is located on Elk Street in central Albany, New York, United States. It is the central church of the Episcopal Diocese of Albany and the seat of the Episcopal Bishop of Albany. Built in the 1880s in the Gothic style and designed by Robert W.
~1350 ftW
Church
Wilborn Temple First Church of God in Christ, Albany
7 min walk • Wilborn Temple First Church of God in Christ Inc. is a Pentecostal church in Albany, New York.
~1360 ftNW
Museum, History museum, Art museum
Albany Institute of History & Art, Albany
7 min walk • The Albany Institute of History & Art is a museum in Albany, New York, United States, "dedicated to collecting, preserving, interpreting and promoting interest in the history, art, and culture of Albany and the Upper Hudson Valley region". It is located on Washington Avenue in downtown Albany.
~1880 ftE
Theater, Concerts and shows
Palace Theatre, Albany
10 min walk • The Palace Theatre is an entertainment venue in downtown Albany, New York, located on the corner of Clinton Avenue and North Pearl Street. The theatre is operated by the Palace Performing Arts Center, Inc - a 501 non-profit organization.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Lafayette Park Historic District?

Nearby attractions include New York State Capitol, Albany (2 min walk), Neighborhoods of Albany, Albany (2 min walk), Cathedral of All Saints, Albany (3 min walk), Statue of Philip Schuyler, Albany (4 min walk).

How to get to Lafayette Park Historic District by public transport?

The nearest stations to Lafayette Park Historic District:

Bus

Washington Ave & Hawk St - Capitol/Hawk Station • Lines: 224, 540, 905 (1 min walk)
S. Swan St & Washington Ave • Lines: 224, 540 (4 min walk)

Train

Albany-Rensselaer (29 min walk)