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.
Tree-huggers unite outdoors at Albany’s Washington Park! Discover 84 acres of green space with more than 100 species of trees, including bonsai trees and looming oaks. The year-round park features an amphitheater, amazing man-made sculptures, water fountains and a pond, plus hike and bike trails and so much more.
Visit the past when you enjoy an artful day at the Albany Institute of History & Art. Peruse one of the oldest museums in the nation. See attractions and collections that interpret, preserve and promote the history, art and culture of Albany and the upper Hudson Valley through objects from the late 17th century to present.