Friday, January 4; 5:00 - 9:00 pm

1st FRIDAY'S @ AIHA

On the first Friday of each month, the Albany Institute remains open until 9:00 pm and admission to our galleries is free as part of 1st Fridays, the downtown arts walk that showcases the thriving and lively art scene in downtown Albany. In addition, AIHA features special programs, special Museum Shop discounts and a range of musical offerings. Please call 518.463.4478 for more information and updates on scheduled activities. FREE

Saturday, January 12; 10:30 - 11:30 am

STORYTELLING & ART-MAKING

Story: 600 Black Spots

Art Activity: Create paintings filled with spots!

An inspiring, nurturing, and creative setting provides preschool children and their companions the opportunity to explore and grow through art.

This hour long program begins with a story in our galleries and is followed by an art activity in our studio. $10 fee for adults and children are free. Registration is required. Please contact Kristen Schweigard, Public and Family Programs Coordinator, at 518.463.4478 Ext.435 or schweigardk@albanyinstitute.org

Saturday, January 12; 2:30 - 4:30 pm

FAMILY ART & GALLERY ADVENTURE

Egyptian Cartouche

For the adventurous! An exciting trip to the Egypt Gallery, where we will discover hieroglyphics and Egyptian symbols. Return to our studio where each explorer creates an Egyptian cartouche.

Intergenerational programs for children ages 6-12 and accompanying adults, with gallery activities and art making.  Programs start at 2:30 in the galleries followed by art making in the studio. FREE with museum admission.

Thursday, January 17

HOME SCHOOL PROGRAM

Space & Shape

Visit the galleries and learn about space and shape, two of the elements of art and design. In the studio gain an understanding of how these elements work together by using scissors, paper, and oil pastel.

A $15 fee per child includes museum admission and art materials. Registration is required and payment is due at the time of registering.  To make a reservation or for further information please contact Kristen Schweigard, Public & Family Programs Coordinator, at 518.463.4478 Ext. 435 or schweigardk@albanyinstitute.org. Age requirement is 8 years and older.

Friday, January 25

HOME SCHOOL PROGRAM

Space & Shape

Visit the galleries and learn about space and shape, two of the elements of art and design. In the studio gain an understanding of how these elements work together by using scissors, paper, and oil pastel.

A $15 fee per child includes museum admission and art materials. Registration is required and payment is due at the time of registering.  To make a reservation or for further information please contact Kristen Schweigard, Public & Family Programs Coordinator, at 518.463.4478 Ext. 435 or schweigardk@albanyinstitute.org. Age requirement is 8 years and older.

Saturday, January 26; 10:30 - 11:30 am

STORYTELLING & ART-MAKING

Story: Not a Box by Antoinette Portis

Art Activity: An imagination exploration as we turn a box into something more!

Saturday, January 26; 2:30 - 4:30 pm

FAMILY ART & GALLERY ADVENTURE

Horsing Around

Visit the latest exhibition, Horsing Around: 19th Century Cast Iron Hitching Posts. In the studio use hand building techniques to mold, form, and build a miniature horse.

Intergenerational programs for children ages 6-12 and accompanying adults, with gallery activities and art making.  Programs start at 2:30 in the galleries followed by art making in the studio.

All programs are free with museum admission unless additional charge is indicated.  This calendar of events is subject to change.  Please call 518-463-4478 to confirm or for details on upcoming programs and events.