Events
Please call the individual sites directly to inquire about the events listed below.
Events must be related to the themes of the Maurice D. Hinchey Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area and be heritage, cultural, historical, and/or recreational/trail related.
Americans Who Tell the Truth and Portrait Pairings at Albany Institute
Feb 1, 2025 to Jul 20, 2025 Location: 125 Washington Avenue, Albany, NY 12210 Join us for an opening reception and be among the first to view Albany Institute of History & Art's new exhibitions: Americans Who Tell the Truth and Portrait Pairings. More...
Ten Broeck Mansion Tours
Apr 24, 2025 to Oct 18, 2025 Location: 9 Ten Broeck Place Albany, NY 12210 Step into history at one of the Upper Hudson Valley's finest historic house museums and gardens. New feature exhibits for 2025: "Road to Revolution: Leadership 1776 and Beyond." Learn about the role the Revolution played in the lives of people at Ten Broeck Mansion and Albany County, and trace the changing leadership of the emerging United States from Revolutionary War General Abraham Ten Broeck to Abolitonist Rosanna Vosburgh. All children (to age 18) are FREE. We recommend at least one adult per child under 5. We suggest you take an additional 20-30 minutes to explore our extensive gardens on your own with self-guided tours and browse our museum shop. Tours available April 24 - October 18: Thursdays 10 - 2 Fridays 10 - 2 Saturdays 1-4 Sundays 1 - 4 (June - August only) See our website for more details and registration: www.tenbroeckmansion.org More...
Mount Gulian Historic Site 2025 Season
Apr 27, 2025 12:00 PM to Oct 26, 2025, 3:00 PM Location: 145 Sterling Street Mount Gulian Historic Site, Beacon, invites visitors to join us as we celebrate our 50th year as a historic site and museum. More...
Lupine Fest
May 1, 2025 to May 31, 2025 Location: 195 New Karner Road Albany, NY 12205 Discover the magic of Lupine Fest at the Albany Pine Bush Preserve this May! More...
Emily Cole: Ceramics, Flora, & Contemporary Responses at Thomas Cole NHS
May 3, 2025 to Nov 2, 2025 Location: 218 Spring Street, Catskill, NY 12414 Spanning painting, ceramics, sculpture, installation, and photography, this exhibition celebrates Emily Cole (1843–1913), as well as the enduring importance of the natural world, flora, ceramic arts, and women’s labor. More...
Living History: Free Family Art, Garden & History Programs at Ten Broeck
May 24, 2025 to Sep 6, 2025 Location: 9 Ten Broeck Place Albany, NY 12210 Join us for the Ten Broeck Mansion's free summer family programs. Enjoy our four acres of gardens and grounds with free hands-on activities, all supplies included. Programs held outdoors (under tent) rain or shine - please dress accordingly. Our programs have something for all ages to enjoy. All programs include hands-on art activity, history program, and themed tastings exploring foods from around the world. All are free and open to families. Programs held on select Saturdays starting May 24. See our website for full schedule and registration: www.tenbroeckmansion.org. More...
FASNY Museum of Firefighting
May 31, 2025 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM Location: 117 Harry Howard Ave. Hudson, NY 12534 Join us to celebrate the Museum’s 100th birthday! More....png)
History Hike: Denny Mine
May 31, 2025 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM Location: Dennytown Road, Cold Spring NY Explore the mining history of the Lower Hudson Valley on this guided hike! More...
Choosing the Right Native Plants
May 31, 2025 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM Location: 4097 Albany Post Road, Hyde Park, NY Join ecological landscape designer Ashley Gamell in the Wild Garden to discover standout, easy-care native plants for all garden conditions and learn how to plant confidently this spring for maximum beauty and ecological impact. More...
Community Hike at Black Creek Preserve | Caminata en Black Creek Preserve
May 31, 2025 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM Location: Winding Brook Rd, Esopus, NY 12429 Enjoy a free, guided hike at Black Creek Preserve. Easy trail, great views, and time in nature—perfect for all ages. Disfruta de una caminata guiada y gratuita en Black Creek Preserve. Sendero fácil, lindas vistas y un buen momento al aire libre para todas las edades. More...
Cabinets, Cupboards & Curiosities: Ten Broeck Hidden Architecture & Spaces
Jun 4, 2025 to Sep 3, 2025 Location: 9 Ten Broeck Place Albany, NY 12210 Join us for an exclusive tour series exploring the hidden architecture, little-known spaces, and overlooked artifacts in the historic Ten Broeck Mansion. This special tour "Cabinets, Cupboards & Curiosities" offers a unique glimpse into how historic houses were utilized, delving into the intricacies of storage practices, household management, and the reasons behind their preservation. Discover the often-overlooked areas and little-known architectural details of this renowned historic site, and gain a deeper understanding of the lives of its past inhabitants and workers. This tour includes an exploration of the spaces used by servants and enslaved persons, highlighting diverse stories at the Ten Broeck Mansion. Tour available on select Wednesdays June - September. See our website for full schedule and registration. More...
STEAM @ Ten Broeck Mansion: History-Based STEAM Programs for Families
Jun 7, 2025 to Aug 16, 2025 Location: 9 Ten Broeck Place Albany, NY 12210 Join us for free history-inspired STEAM programs with something for the entire family! STEAM into history in our four acres of gardens and grounds with free hands-on activities, all supplies included. Programs held outdoors (under tent) rain or shine - please dress accordingly. Programs held on select Saturdays starting June 7. See our website for full schedule and registration: www.tenbroeckmansion.org More...Bird Walk with the Alan Devoe Bird Club at Clermont
Jun 7, 2025 8:00 AM Location: 1 Clermont Ave, Germantown, NY 12526 Grab your binoculars and field guides and join us for a spring stroll around Clermont State Historic Site with the Alan Devoe Bird Club! More...Guided Landscape Tour at Staatsburgh
Jun 7, 2025 2:00 PM to Jun 14, 2025 Location: 75 Mills Mansion Dr, Staatsburg, NY 12580 June 7th and 14th A guided walk through the estate’s grounds that explores how the landscape was designed to reflect the luxurious lifestyle of Staatsburgh’s owners, while deliberately hiding the turn-of-the-century technology and labor that made the estate run. More...