New York Court of Appeals Building, Albany

Name: New York Court of Appeals Building
Address: 20 Eagle Street, Albany, United States

#69 among attractions in Albany

Interesting neighbourhood, Greek Revival architecture

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New York Court of Appeals Building, Albany

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Facts and practical information

The New York Court of Appeals Building, officially referred to as Court of Appeals Hall, is located at the corner of Eagle and Pine streets in central Albany, New York, United States. It is a stone Greek Revival building built in 1842 from a design by Henry Rector. In 1971 it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places, one of seven buildings housing a state's highest court currently so recognized. Seven years later it was included as a contributing property when the Lafayette Park Historic District was listed on the Register. ()

Built: 1842 (182 years ago)Coordinates: 42°39'8"N, 73°45'14"W

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20 Eagle StreetDowntown AlbanyAlbany United States

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Day trips

New York Court of Appeals Building – 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.

~970 ftW
Grand government building
New York State Capitol, Albany
5 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...
~1410 ftS
Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue, Sport
Times Union Center, Albany
7 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.
~320 ftW
Monuments and statues
Statue of Philip Schuyler, Albany
2 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.
~1370 ftSW
Concerts and shows, Theater, Performing arts
The Egg Building, Albany
7 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.
~1200 ftSW
Monuments and statues
New York State Fallen Firefighters Memorial, Albany
6 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.
~260 ftSW
Romanesque architecture, City hall, Romanesque revival architecture
Albany City Hall, Albany
2 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.
~1360 ftNW
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
Cathedral of All Saints, Albany
7 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.
0.4 miNW
Museum, History museum, Art museum
Albany Institute of History & Art, Albany
11 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.
~1240 ftNE
Theater, Concerts and shows
Palace Theatre, Albany
6 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.
~480 ftS
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
St. Peter's Episcopal Church, Albany
3 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.
~950 ftNE
Church
First Church in Albany, Albany
5 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to New York Court of Appeals Building?

Nearby attractions include Albany City Hall, Albany (2 min walk), Statue of Philip Schuyler, Albany (2 min walk), St. Mary's Church, Albany (2 min walk), St. Peter's Episcopal Church, Albany (3 min walk).

How to get to New York Court of Appeals Building by public transport?

The nearest stations to New York Court of Appeals Building:

Bus

State St & Lodge St - S. Pearl Station • Lines: 905 (4 min walk)
State St & S. Pearl St - S. Pearl Station • Lines: 1, 10, 12, 13, 18, 182, 214, 22, 224, 233, 520, 522, 530, 531, 540, 719, 734, 737, 763, 905 (5 min walk)

Train

Albany-Rensselaer (26 min walk)