Academy Park Tour

Join HAF board president and Albany history enthusiast on a guided summer stroll around Academy Park and the surrounding architecture for July's walkabout tour. 

Nestled in the heart of the city, this iconic park is steeped in history, boasting a mesmerizing blend of architectural marvels and captivating stories that have shaped Albany's past. Home to abolitionists, governors, and everyone in between this is one of the oldest parks in the city and is the location of the state's seat of government. 

Meeting point: Albany County Judicial Center, 6 Lodge Street