Outdoor lovers go to Albany Pine Bush Preserve. Hikers naturally want to spend time at a nature preserve that treks along trails where visitors camp out to enjoy bird watching, hiking, jogging, horseback riding and even cross-country skiing! Enjoy conservation and recreation!
1st Friday is a treasure trove of fun. The one-night extravaganza is a sidewalk showcase for numerous gallery openings, one-night shows, local shops, restaurants and live entertainment. Locals know this Friday night commerce stays open late for artistic fun in Albany's downtown center square.
Get an artistic education at the University Art Museum at the University of Albany. See the work of collegiate art students as they prepare to be the world’s next generation of great artists as well as the collections and exhibits by classic and modern masters. This is a degree in art you don’t want to miss!