Best Free Sites in Albany"

"Best Free Sites in Albany"

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Erastus Corning Tower & Observation Deck

"View from the Top"

The Erastus Corning Tower is the tallest building in New York State outside of New York City. It is a massive government building that has 42-floors of offices, but the real attraction for visitors is the observation by Denaliano at English deck. A high-speed elevator propels you up in 30 seconds and then you Wikipedia are entirely enclosed on the top floor, where the views of the Adirondacks and Vermont's Green Mountains are phenomenal. From the deck you can also see the entire city of Albany and the Mighty Hudson.

+1 518 474 2418 www.ogs.ny.gov/ESP/CT/Tours/Ob 5 Empire State Plaza, Albany NY Deck.asp

New York State Museum "New York State's Past, Present & Future"

This museum is dedicated to the history of this great Northeastern state through a wide variety of collections and exhibits that showcase its cultural and natural history. The building is a marvel itself, finished in 1976, this futuristic, 10-story building contains information about almost every nook and cranny in the Empire State. Some of the highlights include by UpstateNYer the Herschell-Spillman Carousel, the Great Art Series and the Native Peoples of New York Hall. In addition to great exhibits, the museum also provides educational events and activities for school children throughout the year.

+1 518 474 5877 www.nysm.nysed.gov/ 222 Madison Avenue, Albany NY

Capital District

"Marvelous Counties"

The Capital District encompasses four of the most beautiful counties in upstate New York; Albany, Schenectady, Rensselaer and Saratoga, respectively. Other counties could be included in this region, however these particular ones are known for their historic architecture (some farmhouses date from 1728), towns, churches, parks and festivals. It is by Capital District, New York also a popular region for tourists to come and see the Fall colors in the trees as well as the birthplace of the beloved American potato chip. The primary towns in the Capital District are Troy, Albany and Schenectady, yet there are plenty of others like Gloversville, Saratoga Springs and Schoharie that merit a visit in their own right.

+1 518 434 1217 (Tourist Information) 332 Hudson Avenue, Albany NY USS Slater "Destroyer Escort"

The USS Slater is a World War II destroyer docked on the Hudson River in Albany. It was used during World War II to fight Nazi U-Boats in the North Atlantic and is the only one of these destroyer escorts still on the water in the United States. Following a 15-year restoration, the boat has been completely restored to its original glory, so much so that one can see by UpstateNYer where the sailors lived and carried out their daily exercises and operations. The Deck-by-Deck tour is particularly popular and offers an interactive experience that's sure to thrill all ages. Besides guided tours, the museum also offers a unique overnight camping activity where tourists get to live like a navy sailor.

+1 518 431 1943 www.ussslater.org/ [email protected] Broadway and Quay Street, Albany NY

Shaker Heritage Society "Heritage Society"

The Shaker Movement or more technically the United Society of Believers in Christ's Second Appearing, was an offshoot branch of the Quakers and in this part of upstate NY, Watervliet (present-day Colonie) was called home. Today, the Shaker Heritage Society is a non-profit organization that aims to promote and preserve this very first Shaker settlement in the by UpstateNYer nation. The society holds different activities and events to educate people about the Shakers, their culture and other facts. Craft fairs, workshops, concerts, dramas and much more are organized throughout the year.

+1 518 456 7890 www.shakerheritage.org/ [email protected] 25 Meeting House Road, rg Albany NY

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