Tricentennial Park, Albany

Name: Tricentennial Park
Address: Broadway & Columbia, Albany, 12207, United States

#55 among attractions in Albany

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Tricentennial Park is an urban park in Albany, New York built to commemorate that city's three hundredth anniversary as an incorporated city and is the site of several statues and monuments. The park encompasses the entire block bounded by Broadway to the east, Columbia Street to the north, James Street to the west, and Steuben Street to the south. First proposed in 1914 it was built in 1986 as part of the tricentennial celebrations of Albany's incorporation as a city in association with the renovation of the Albany Union Station. ()

Created: 1986Elevation: 26 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 42°39'6"N, 73°45'0"W

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Broadway & ColumbiaDowntown AlbanyAlbany 12207 United States

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Tricentennial Park – 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.

~1990 ftW
Grand government building
New York State Capitol, Albany
10 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...
~1690 ftSW
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.
~1300 ftW
Monuments and statues
Statue of Philip Schuyler, Albany
7 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.
0.4 miW
Concerts and shows, Theater, Performing arts
The Egg Building, Albany
11 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.
~1180 ftW
Romanesque architecture, City hall, Romanesque revival architecture
Albany City Hall, Albany
6 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.
0.6 miNW
Museum, History museum, Art museum
Albany Institute of History & Art, Albany
16 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.
~880 ftN
Theater, Concerts and shows
Palace Theatre, Albany
5 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.
~1070 ftW
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
St. Peter's Episcopal Church, Albany
6 min walk • St. Peter's Episcopal Church, also known as St. Peter's Church, is located in downtown Albany, New York, United States. It was designed in the mid-19th century by Richard Upjohn and his son Richard M. Upjohn in the French Gothic Revival architectural style.
~750 ftN
Church
First Church in Albany, Albany
4 min walk • The First Reformed Church, also known as First Church in Albany or North Dutch Church, is located at North Pearl and Orange streets in Albany, New York, United States. It is a member congregation of the Reformed Church in America. The building was designed by Philip Hooker and built in the period of 1797–1799.
~410 ftN
Theater, Concerts and shows
Capital Repertory Theatre, Albany
2 min walk • Capital Repertory Theatre is a 309-seat professional regional theatre in Albany, New York. Capital Rep is the only theatre in the Capital District in the League of Resident Theatres.
~340 ftN
Museum, Art gallery, Shopping
Albany Center Gallery, Albany
2 min walk • Albany Center Gallery is a nonprofit art space located in downtown Albany, New York. Supported by city, state, corporate and foundation funds, as well as fundraisers, individual donations and memberships, the Gallery is dedicated to the exhibition of regional artists within a...

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Tricentennial Park?

Nearby attractions include United Traction Company Building, Albany (2 min walk), Albany Center Gallery, Albany (2 min walk), Capital Repertory Theatre, Albany (2 min walk), YMCA Building, Albany (3 min walk).

How to get to Tricentennial Park by public transport?

The nearest stations to Tricentennial Park:

Bus

Broadway & Peter D Kiernan Plaza • Lines: 224, 540 (1 min walk)
State St & Lodge St - S. Pearl Station • Lines: 905 (5 min walk)

Train

Albany-Rensselaer (22 min walk)