Albany Institute of History & Art, Albany

Name: Albany Institute of History & Art
Address: 125 Washington Ave, Albany, 12210-2202, United States
Telephone: +1 518-463-4478

#21 among attractions in Albany

Museum, History museum, Art museum, Art gallery

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Albany Institute of History & Art, Albany

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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. Founded in 1791, it is among the oldest museums in the United States. ()

Established: 1791 (233 years ago)Coordinates: 42°39'21"N, 73°45'37"W

Address

125 Washington AveCentral AvenueAlbany 12210-2202 United States

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+1 518-463-4478

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Albany Institute of History & Art – 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.

~1390 ftSE
Grand government building
New York State Capitol, Albany
7 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...
0.6 miSE
Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue, Sport
Times Union Center, Albany
15 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.
~1980 ftSE
Monuments and statues
Statue of Philip Schuyler, Albany
10 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 miS
Concerts and shows, Theater, Performing arts
The Egg Building, Albany
10 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.
~1870 ftS
Monuments and statues
New York State Fallen Firefighters Memorial, Albany
10 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.
0.4 miSE
Romanesque architecture, City hall, Romanesque revival architecture
Albany City Hall, Albany
11 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.
~780 ftSE
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
Cathedral of All Saints, Albany
4 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.
~1360 ftS
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.
0.4 miW
Monuments and statues
Statue of Robert Burns, Albany
11 min walk • A statue of Robert Burns stands in Washington Park in Albany, New York, United States. The statue was designed by Charles Calverley and was unveiled in 1888.
0.5 miE
Theater, Concerts and shows
Palace Theatre, Albany
14 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.
0.4 miW
Street, Queen Anne architecture
Knox Street Historic District, Albany
11 min walk • The Knox Street Historic District is primarily located along one block of that street in the Park South neighborhood of Albany, New York, United States. Its contributing properties are several groups of attached rowhouses.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Albany Institute of History & Art open?

Albany Institute of History & Art is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday closed
Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday 12 pm - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Albany Institute of History & Art?

Nearby attractions include Harmanus Bleecker Library, Albany (2 min walk), One Commerce Plaza, Albany (3 min walk), Albany Public Library, Albany (3 min walk), Alfred E. Smith Building, Albany (4 min walk).

How to get to Albany Institute of History & Art by public transport?

The nearest stations to Albany Institute of History & Art:

Bus

S. Swan St & Washington Ave • Lines: 224, 540 (4 min walk)
Lark/Armory • Lines: 905 (5 min walk)

Train

Albany-Rensselaer (36 min walk)