The Albany Institute is open to the public.

The museum is open Wednesday–Saturday 10am–5pm and Sunday 12-5pm. We are offering half-price admission through July 22, 2022 while we change exhibitions. Learn more about our current policies on our Visit page.

Please note: The museum will close to the public at 1PM on Thursday, July 21, 2022. Thank you.

**Due to the recently issued Public Health Advisory from the Albany County Department of Public Health, masks are strongly recommended while at the museum. Please note: Programs and special events may require masks and/or proof of vaccination to participate. Details will be included with program information online or onsite. Free, single-use face masks are available at the Admission Desk.

Exhibitions

Our next exhibition Jan Brett: Stories Near and Far, organized by the Norman Rockwell Museum in Stockbridge, Massachusetts will open July 23, 2022. Join us at the museum on Saturday, July 30, 2022 from 5:30-7:30PM for Jan-boree! a fun night at the museum with special guest author and illustrator Jan Brett, with a reception, book signing, activities, and more. And don't forget to pre-order your Jan-boree gift sets! Learn more and register online.

We're Hiring!

We're currently accepting applications for a Director of Development. The full job description, including salary range, is available here. Applications are due by August 15, 2022.

The Albany African American History Project

Help us learn more about our archives and collections as part of the Albany African American History Project! More information about the project and Lacey Wilson, the project's Public Historian for late-1800s through present day, is available here.

Museum at Home

Stay curious and connect with us online! Use our Museum at Home materials to explore the museum remotely and be sure to check out our YouTube channel. We hope these activities will help you be creative, get inspired, and learn something new.

Quick links:

• NEW! Pastorale: A Video in the Hearst Gallery of the Albany Institute of History & Art by Musicians of Ma'alwyck
• 1950 Census was just released and you can explore it online (via National Archives)
• The Four Elements of Leigh Li-Yun Wen virtual exhibition
• Shattering Gender Barriers: Women Painters in the American Landscape Tradition recorded presentation
• Line Sculpture & Shadow Tracing at-home Museum Maker project

Calendar of Events

Explore our Calendar of Events for upcoming virtual and in-person programs for all ages. 

Summer Art Program

Artful Mornings | For ages 6-12
Weekly sessions: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from 9AM-Noon

Join us as we explore painting, drawing, collage, printmaking, and more as we make beautiful pieces of art! In these weekly, three-day morning programs, children will create vibrant works of art inspired by our summer exhibitions and permanent collections.

Registration is now open for the Artful Mornings program.

School and Group Programs

In-Person and Virtual museum tours are now available.

Looking for Teacher Resources? Explore our online options.

Thank you to our 2021-2022 Book Arts School Partnership participants! You can find galleries of student artwork here.

Art Kits: Sunset Scenery Guided Painting

Become a Museum Maker!

For fun tips about art projects and fun activities you can do, check out our blog Museum Makers: Art Education.

Jan Brett Gift Sets

Our Museum Shop is excited to offer themed gift sets featuring Jan Brett's most recent and most popular books, which are available through the museum's website at a special pre-sale discount. Order your gift sets in advance by 5PM on July 29, 2022 to save 15% or more and have them ready to be signed by Jan herself at the Jan-boree! Learn more and place your order today!

Become a Member

Looking for ways to support the museum? Consider membership! Whether you join, renew, or even upgrade your membership, your support will help us navigate this difficult time and continue our mission of connecting diverse audiences to the art, history, and culture of the Upper Hudson Valley through collections, exhibitions, and programs. Thank you!

Support

Interested in making a donation? Find out ways you can give online. Thank you!

Stay Connected

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