Fundraising Galas & Events

Thursday, April 20 • 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Curious about where we store our collections? Want to see some of the things that are not on view?

Take a tour with curator Diane Shewchuk and get a glimpse behind-the-scenes at the oldest museum in New York State.

Space is limited to 12. RSVP required.

$15 per person | RSVP to (518) 463-4478 ext 412

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Monday, April 3 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Members are invited to join the AIHA Board of Trustees for a reception with light refreshments followed by an illustrated review of 2016.

Then, join the curatorial staff for a special tour of the exhibition New to the Collections and get a sneak peek at some of the 2017 acquisitions to the collection.

Free, but RSVPs are required | RSVP online or to (518) 463-4478 ext.412 or membership@albanyinstitute.org

Friday, November 25 • 10:00am - 5:00pm Saturday, November 26 • 10:00am - 5:00pm Sunday, November 27 • 12:00pm - 5:00pm

Come to the Albany Institute this Thanksgiving weekend for a variety of holiday themed programs and events. We'll be decked out in winter wonder and ready to welcome you and your out-of-town guests!

• Visit with a live reindeer (12-4pm on Friday and 11am-3pm on Saturday)
  
• Take your photograph with Santa (12-4pm Friday—Sunday)
• Discover decorated trees and mantlepieces
• Admire a special exhibition of miniature dioramas by Joan Steiner, an award-winning illustrator and creator of the Look-Alikes® books
• Make handmade ornaments (Opening-4:30)
• Shop for handmade items and one-of-a-kind gifts in our Museum Shop
• Savor exquisite treats from Crisan Bakery
• Enjoy special opportunities, like a hands-on family activity with author Amy Halloran that explores grains and flour and bread (Sunday from 2—4pm)
• Explore our current exhibitions, including The Art of Seating: 200 Years of American Design, Spotlight: Alexander Hamilton, and Rock & Roll Icons: Photographs by Patrick Harbron
• Get tickets for great raffle baskets and win wonderful items

SPONSORS
Elizabeth Sonneborn | Capital Wine | Fenimore Asset Management, Inc. | Price Chopper's Golub Foundation | Woodland Hill Montessori School

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Saturday, November 12 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Hudson Valley and New York City resident Patrick Harbron began his career photographing the icons of rock and roll. From Blondie to The Who, Harbron has captured these artists and many others at pivotal moments in their careers. Now, explore more than 70 of his concert and portrait photographs of influential musicians from the 1970s and 1980s. This exhibition also includes some of Harbron's concert posters, memorabilia, and souvenirs, as well as guitars from the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.

food | drink | music

concert attire encouraged

$25 AIHA members/ $35 non-members

sign up here or call 518.463.4478 ext 403

RSVP by November 8

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Exhibition sponsors: Bank of America

David & Lois Swawite

Lavelle & Finn, LLP

Campito Plumbing & Heating | Digitalx-Press

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Thursday, November 3 • 5:30pm - 8:30pm

Celebrating 225 Years of History & Art

Join us for the 5^th annual Work of Art fundraiser!

Preview our upcoming exhibition Rock & Roll Icons: Photographs by Patrick Harbron, savor delicious hors d’oeuvres by Mazzone Catering courtesy of John J. Nigro, and enjoy music by Peg and Bill Delaney.

This event features a contemporary art auction with a wide selection of pieces by local artists. Bid in this silent auction to spruce up your own home or find the perfect gift, all while supporting local artists and the Albany Institute.*

Tickets are available for purchase at $75 for members; $100 for non-members. For more information please contact Briana at (518) 463-4478 ext. 412 or thomasb@albanyinstitute.org. 

RSVP has been extended to October 27, 2016.

*Proceeds from the art auction are split 50/50 between the artist and the Albany Institute. Check out samples of the artwork here.

Saturday, June 11 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm

Please join us and be a part of the 2016 Annual Museum Gala.

This year marks the 225^th anniversary of the Albany Institute of History & Art. It is with pleasure that the museum announces its 2016 Gala will celebrate the Albany Institute’s 225^th anniversary and founding in 1791, when George Washington was President.  Our 2016 Museum Gala will be held on Saturday June 11, 2016 at the estate of our gracious hosts, Catherine and Bernard Conners, in Loudonville, New York.

This not-to-be missed evening will begin with cocktails and a viewing of the Belmont Stakes followed by a lovely seated dinner by Mazzone Catering. Throughout the night, auctions with auctioneer Dr. Mark Fruiterman, performance, and dancing  accompanied by the Silver Arrow Band will create a truly memorable event as we support a worthy cause.

$350.00

Saturday, April 16 • 4:00pm - 7:00pm

Thanks to sponsors and participants for making the 5^th annual Hudson Valley Hops a success!

Steve Barnes of the Times Union’s Table Hopping, celebrity judges Ric Orlando from New World Bistro, Dimitrios Menagias from the City Beer Hall, Silvia Meder Lilly from The Lark + Lily and Beer Master, Sarah Jane McLaughlin of New World Bistro.

And of course, a very happy 35^th anniversary to Wm.Newman's Pale Ale!

$30.00

Sunday, January 10 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Kathryn Sheehan, the Rensselaer County and Troy City Historian and Registrar at the Rensselaer County Historical Society

Join us for an insider's view of many of the most intriguing objects in our exhibition. Sheehan's whirlwind talk will range from the little-known Witenagemot Tree to the Collar City's world renowned industrial products.

Free with museum admission

Join us for a special evening of wearing, sharing, and collecting Patty Tobin’s delightful jewelry, including the raffle of a one of a kind piece that the Institute’s collection inspired Patty to make just for us. The piece is a beautiful necklace made of citrine gemstones. Raffle tickets will be available for $10 each. 

Free admission. RSVP to Briana at (518) 463-4478, ext. 412 or membership@albanyinstitute.org.

Proceeds benefit the Albany Institute of History & Art.

Friday, November 27 • 10:00am - 5:00pm Saturday, November 28 • 10:00am - 5:00pm Sunday, November 29 • 12:00pm - 5:00pm

Come to the Albany Institute this Thanksgiving weekend for a variety of holiday themed programs and events. We'll be decked out in winter wonder and ready to welcome you and your out-of-town guests!

• Visit with a live reindeer (Saturday) Sponsored by Capital Wine [Due to a death in the family, there will no longer be a live reindeer at the museum on Friday. We appreciate your understanding.]
  
• Take your photograph with Santa (Friday and Saturday)
• Make handmade cards in the Art Studio
• Shop for fun, old-fashioned toys, handmade ornaments, crafts and gifts made by area artisans in our Museum Holiday Shop
• Discover decorated trees and mantlepieces
• Savor exquisite treats from Crisan Bakery
• Admire a special exhibition of Pamela Dalton's Scherenschnitte paper-cut designs
• Hear great holiday lectures and presentations
• Explore our current exhibitions, including The Capital Region in 50 Objects and Masterworks: 225 Years of Collecting
• See America's first commercially produced Christmas card, on view in The Capital Region in 50 Objects exhibit!

Special activity schedule (please check often for updates):

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 27

• Crisan's Pop Up Cafe: 10AM—5PM
• Make Your Own Holiday Cards (Drop-in Art Making Session): 10AM—4:30PM
• Live Reindeer on lawn near Washington Avenue: 12PM—4PM [Due to a death in the family, there will no longer be a live reindeer at the museum on Friday. We appreciate your understanding.]
• Photographs with Saint Nicholas: 12PM—4PM
• Gallery Talk: 1PM

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 28

• Crisan's Pop Up Cafe: 10AM—5PM
• Make Your Own Holiday Cards (Drop-in Art Making Session): 10AM—4:30PM
• Live Reindeer on lawn near Washington Avenue: 11:30AM—3:30PM
• Photographs with Saint Nicholas: 12PM—4PM
• Gallery Talk: 1PM
• Book signing & demonstation with guest exhibitor Pamela Dalton: 1—4PM
• Musical performance in the galleries: 2PM

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 29

• Crisan's Pop Up Cafe: Noon—5PM
• Make Your Own Holiday Cards (Drop-in Art Making Session): Noon—4:30PM
• Gallery Talk: 1PM
• Lecture The World of Richard H. Pease of Albany and the Story of America's First Chrismas Card: 2PM

The schedule is subject to change. Please check back often!