Admission Fees

Members: Free
Adults: $10
Seniors: $8
Students: $8 (must present ID)
Children 6–12: $6
Children under 6: Free

Reciprocal Membership Benefits:
American Alliance of Museums (AAM)
Empire State Reciprocal Membership Program
International Council of Museums (ICOM)
North American Reciprocal Museum Program (NARM)

Admission Discounts:
AAA: $2 off
CAA: $1 off
Veterans with ID: $2 off

Blue Star Museums

The Abany Institute of History & Art is a Blue Star Museum. We offer free admission to active military personnel and up to five family members from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Learn more on the Blue Star Museums' website.

Free Admission Opportunities

Free Admission Days

  • To be announced

Evenings at the Institute

The Albany Institute is open for FREE on Thursday nights from 5PM-8PM.

1st Fridays

As part of the arts walk that showcases the thriving and lively art scene in downtown Albany, the Albany Institute is open for extended hours, from 5PM until 8PM, on the first Friday of every month.  During these three hours admission is free.