The Albany Institute is open to the public.

The museum is open Wednesday–Saturday 10am–5pm and Sunday 12-5pm. Advance tickets are available online. Walk-in visitors are also welcome. Learn more about our current policies on our Visit page.

**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.

Dr. Kristen Oehlrich Named Museum's Next Executive Director

Dr. Kristen Oehlrich, MBA, Ph.D. has been named the Albany Institute's next Executive Director. She begins June 1. Read more from the Board of Trustees here.

Exhibitions

The Four Elements of Leigh Li-Yun Wen is now open through June 19, 2022. Find a list of our current exhibitions here.

We're Hiring!

The Albany Institute is currently accepting applications for a full-time Archivist/Librarian. Job description, including salary range, is available here. Applications are due June 3, 2022. 

Support for Ukraine

The Ukrainian community in the Capital Region has assembled resources and ways to help support the people of Ukraine with information available through this website: 518Ukrainians (Items to Donate list 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! 1950 Census was just released and you can explore it online (via National Archives)
• The Four Elements of Leigh Li-Yun Wen virtual exhibition
• A Tulip Queen's Regalia blog post
• Shattering Gender Barriers: Women Painters in the American Landscape Tradition recorded presentation
• Mismatched Collage Museum Maker Project
• Artist Voices' films
• Explore our virtual and online exhibitions
• The Fist slow-looking art virtual presentation
• Line Sculpture & Shadow Tracing at-home Museum Maker project

2022 Museum Gala

The Albany Institute's 2022 Museum Gala is Thursday, June 2, 2022 from 6-9:30PM. Our honorees are Barbara K. Hoehn and her late husband Dr. James G. Hoehn. The event is co-chaired by John and Debbie Walsh.  Get your tickets today!

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

School and Group Programs

In-Person and Virtual museum tours are now available.

Looking for Teacher Resources? Explore our online options.

Art Kits: Sunset Scenery Guided Painting

Family Programs

SUMMER ART PROGRAM

• Artful Mornings

Become a Museum Maker!

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

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

Looking to stay connected to the museum? Sign up for our emails, read our newsletters, and follow our social media channels:

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