Things To Do in Albany, NY
Indian Ladder Farms
Old McDonald had a farm! Take the kids to see horses, cows, pigs, goats and other animal attractions at the Indian Ladder Farms. Pick apples from the apple orchid and see fresh apple juice made at the Cider House. Explore a real working farm founded in 1915 with its original farm house and barn.
New Netherland Museum
All aboard! The New Netherland Museum operates The Half Moon, a ship of exploration that sailed from Holland to the New World in 1609. Learn about the travels of Captain Henry Hudson, a famous explorer of Arctic waters and his exploits across Asia. Step onto what seems like a pirate ship for a different kind of museum adventure.
St. Joseph’s Church
Take an inspired drive-by! St. Joseph’s Church is a testament to the divine inspiration of architect Patrick Keely. The church held its last service in 1993 and today is under restoration by the Historic Albany Foundation to save a building that deserves to continue to grace the capital city skyline.
Great Danes
The Great Danes are the intercollegiate athletic program at the University of Albany. The program sports 19 teams made up of 8 men's and 11 women's division one level teams. Football and basketball dominate the lineup, and games are played at University Field and SEFCU Arena.