Statue of Robert Burns, Albany

#20 among attractions in Albany

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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. Four bas-reliefs around its pedestal, in part designed by George Henry Boughton, were later added in 1891. The statue is one of the oldest pieces of public art in the park. ()

Coordinates: 42°39'18"N, 73°46'5"W

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Washington ParkAlbany United States

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Statue of Robert Burns – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: New York State Capitol, Times Union Center, The Egg Building, New York State Fallen Firefighters Memorial.

0.6 miE
Grand government building
New York State Capitol, Albany
15 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...
0.8 miSE
Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue, Sport
Times Union Center, Albany
21 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.
0.6 miSE
Concerts and shows, Theater, Performing arts
The Egg Building, Albany
15 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.
0.6 miSE
Monuments and statues
New York State Fallen Firefighters Memorial, Albany
15 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.
~920 ftW
Park, Playground
Washington Park, Albany
5 min walk • Washington Park in Albany, New York is the city's premier park and the site of many festivals and gatherings. As public property it dates back to the city charter in 1686, and has seen many uses including that of gunpowder storage, square/parade grounds, and cemetery.
0.6 miSE
State story told through exhibits and art
New York State Museum, Albany
15 min walk • The New York State Museum is a research-backed institution in Albany, New York, United States. It is located on Madison Avenue, attached to the south side of the Empire State Plaza, facing onto the plaza and towards the New York State Capitol.
0.5 miSE
Skyscraper
Empire State Plaza, Albany
13 min walk • The Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller Empire State Plaza is a complex of several state government buildings in downtown Albany, New York. The complex was built between 1965 and 1976 at an estimated total cost of $2 billion.
0.5 miE
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
Cathedral of All Saints, Albany
14 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 miSE
Church
Wilborn Temple First Church of God in Christ, Albany
10 min walk • Wilborn Temple First Church of God in Christ Inc. is a Pentecostal church in Albany, New York.
0.4 miE
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.
0.9 miE
Theater, Concerts and shows
Palace Theatre, Albany
24 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 Statue of Robert Burns?

Nearby attractions include Knox Street Historic District, Albany (1 min walk), Washington Park, Albany (5 min walk), Dana Park, Albany (6 min walk), Center Square/Hudson–Park Historic District, Albany (7 min walk).

How to get to Statue of Robert Burns by public transport?

The nearest stations to Statue of Robert Burns:

Bus

Lark/Armory • Lines: 905 (7 min walk)
Core 1 • Lines: 224 (11 min walk)