Albany Institute of History and Art
125 Washington Avenue, Albany
463-4478
As one of the oldest museums in the country (older than the Smithsonian Institutions and the Metropolitan Museum), the Albany Institute of History and Art possesses a rich and fascinating history. Recently renovated, the museum is dedicated to collecting, preserving, interpreting, and promoting interest in the history, art, and culture of Albany and the Upper Hudson Valley.
The Egg
NYS Center for the Performing Arts
Empire State Plaza, Albany
473-1845
Designed by the Wallace Foundation for all the people of NYS to accommodate many events and performances, the Egg lives up to its nickname visually and physically. Two theatres house 450 and 980 respectively, and the performance space is used for concerts, readings, dance, and live theatre.
NYS Museum
Madison Avenue, Albany
474-5877
Long-term and temporary exhibits…FREE!
The Palace Theatre
19 Clinton Ave, Albany
Box Office: 476-1000
The Palace Theatre, a grand cultural and entertainment facility in the heart of Albany , New York , first opened its doors in October 1931. Built during the Depression, the Palace was the largest theatre in a city already noted for a number of other opulent movie houses. Today, the Palace Theatre remains the sole survivor of this period of entertainment and continues to make history with a widely diverse offering of popular acts and cultural events.
Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC)
Saratoga Spa State Park
Box Office: 587-3300
A variety of concerts, ballets, and other festivals. Adjacent to Saratoga State Park. A wonderful outdoor venue.
Times Union Center
51 S. Pearl Street, Albany
487-2000
Concerts and local/national sporting events.
Valentine’s
17 New Scotland Avenue, Albany
432-6572
Alternative rock/hard rock and heavy metal live music….open 4pm to 2 am daily. Happy hour specials.
