Scheduled Performances and Tours
Screening of Language in Landscape: The Art of Frederic Church
10AM | Key Cultural Center (Floor 3)
Celebrate the 200th birthday of artist Frederic Church with WMHT Public Media’s documentary Language in Landscape: The Art of Frederic Church. Through rare archival materials and exclusive interviews with leading experts, discover Church’s most iconic paintings, and see how his legacy continues to shape our current understanding of art, nature, and landscape.
Stories from the Longhouse with Perry Ground
11AM and 1PM | Key Cultural Center (Floor 3)
This storytelling presentation is filled with traditional Haudenosaunee legends that have been told for hundreds of years. These stories teach about the beliefs, customs, and history of the Haudenosaunee people and continue to be an important part of their culture. Perry Ground brings the stories to life through vivid descriptions, rhythmic voice, and an engaging stage presence. These stories become interactive as Perry includes volunteer audience members in the show. Perry also shares historical information, discussion about the art of storytelling, other elements of Haudenosaunee culture, and humor. Audiences young and old will find this presentation captivating, highly entertaining, and very educational. Perry Ground is a Turtle Clan member of the Onondaga Nation of the Haudenosaunee (known historically as the Iroquois) Confederacy. Perry has been a storyteller and educator for over 25 years and enjoys working with people of all ages to teach about the history and culture of Native Peoples.
Docent Tours
11AM and 2PM | Meet at the Admission Desk (Floor 1)
Join museum docents for a guided tour of the Albany Institute's galleries. Docent tours offer an engaging way to explore the artworks and objects on display and discover the stories behind them. Questions and lively discussion are encouraged, and visitors of all ages are welcome!
The Origin Story of Yankee Doodle & Tales of Revolutionary Albany with Jonathan Kruk
12PM and 2PM | Key Cultural Center (Floor 3)
What is a "Yan-Kee?" A Doodle? Why did they "Call it Macaroni?" Hudson Valley storyteller Jonathan Kruk tells the origin story of Yankee Doodle, along with gripping tales of Albany during those "trying times." It is a lively, interactive performance that school-aged children and families can engage with! Jonathan Kruk is known for solo performances of "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow," "A Christmas Carol," and the lore of the Hudson River. He has performed at schools, libraries, historic sites, and museums. Jonathan is the author of three books and has eight award-winning recordings. He has been featured on The Today Show, CBS Sunday Morning, and the Travel Channel.
