The Ten Broeck Mansion, a Federal-style house with sloping lawns and formal gardens, was built in 1797-98 for General Abraham Ten Broeck and his wife, Elizabeth Van Rensselaer. The ACHA represents the stories of builders and artisans, immigrants and servants, and enslaved persons and free persons of color in its interpretation. Numerous community events occur at the Mansion, including special 250th Focus Tours. Tours and special event dates can be found on their website.

Founded in 1791, the Albany Institute of History & Art is New York’s oldest museum. Its collections document the Hudson Valley as a crossroads of culture, influencing the art and history of the region, the state, and the nation. The Albany, c. 1776 exhibit (October 31, 2026 – May 2027) will explore Albany’s role in the American Revolution and illuminate what life was like in Upstate New York as Patriot allies fought for “the cause of American Liberty.” The exhibition will also offer insights into Loyalists who supported the British Crown.

Albany Rural Cemetery was incorporated in 1841. It is one of the oldest and grandest examples of the rural or garden cemetery movement in America. The cemetery is the burial place of various notable Revolutionary War figures including General Philip Schuyler, General Peter Gansevoort and Colonel Goose Van Schaickm as week as the burial place of 21st President Chester A. Arthur. Maps can be found on their website.

Historic Cherry Hill was built in 1787 as the home of Philip and Maria Van Rensselaer. Cherry Hill’s 2026 focus tour, “For Freedom & Equality: A Revolutionary Tour of Cherry Hill” asks, how did the “founding” generation of Americans think about freedom & equality, and how have those ideas been expanded across American history? The tour highlights include stories and collections from the Revolution while posing some pretty big questions for today.

At the time of the Revolution, State Government resided in the modest Stadt Huys formerly at the foot of State Street. It was home to a local revolutionary movement during the War and was the temporary home for the NYS Legislature after the US won independence from Great Britain. In 1754, the Albany Plan of Union was drafted at the Stadts Huys with Benjamin Franklin, which was the foundation for the Articles of Confederation. Today’s New York State Capitol, constructed from 1867 to 1899, features the “Great Western Staircase” with multiple significant figures in the Revolution among their 78 “famous faces,” including George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and Molly Pitcher.

The New York State Museum was established in 1836 and is the oldest and largest state museum in the country. Featured exhibit Revolutionary New York commemorates America’s 250th anniversary by exploring New York’s role in shaping the ideals of liberty, equality, justice, and democracy. Through compelling stories, artifacts, and historical moments spanning from the American Revolution to the present day, this exhibit highlights the people and movements that have helped shape our nation’s history. Featured artifact is the remains of an 18th-century wooden gunboat uncovered in 2010 during the excavation of the World Trade Center.

Schuyler Mansion was home to General Philip Schuyler and his wife, Catharine Van Rensselaer, both of whom descended from affluent and powerful Dutch families. Together they raised eight children in this home. Schuyler was a commanding figure of the American Revolution, who served as a Major General, Federal Commissioner of Indian Affairs for the Northern Department, and as United States Senator. In 1777, British General Burgoyne was a prisoner of war at Schuyler Mansion, following his surrender at the Battle of Saratoga. In 1780, the wedding of daughter Elizabeth Schuyler to Alexander Hamilton took place in the house. For the Public Service – A Revolutionary War Focus Tour is available on select days. Check their website for more information.

The Shaker Heritage Society is America’s first Shaker Settlement. While the American Revolution raged, another revolution occurred simultaneously in Albany County – the founding of the Shakers. The movement was founded by Mother Ann Lee as a pacifist religious community. Ann Lee arrived in America in 1776 and died one year after the war ended and is buried at the Shaker site. This year, the site will feature special exhibit Ann Lee: One Woman’s Revolution as well as tours and hikes associated with the spiritual revolution that mirrored the American Revolution.

The pub was originally built in the 1730s as the family home of the Colonel Henry Quackenbush, who served during the Battle of Saratoga. Upon victory, he was tasked with escorting British General Burgoyne to the Schuyler Mansion for imprisonment. Local lore strongly suggests Burgoyne stayed overnight in the Quackenbush home while the Continental troops camped in present day Quackenbush Square, before continuing onward to the Mansion.

While the American Revolution was successful in freeing the Americas from British rule, it would not provide equal rights for all. Black Americans (both freed and enslaved), Indigenous, and women would continue the fight for equality for generations. The Underground Railroad Education Center is home to The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence. Stephen and Harriet were a free people of color, and their home was headquarters to the Capital Region’s Underground Railroad during the 1850s. While New York instituted gradual emancipation in 1799, it was not until July 4th 1827 that final emancipation was declared law in NYS.

The Van Schaick Mansion was built between 1735 and 1755 as the home of Anthony Van Schaick. The Continental Army camped behind the house and noteworthy figures, including General Philip Schuyler and Benedict Arnold, would meet in the home for strategy meetings. Colonel Peter Gonesvoort and Catherine Van Schaick were also married in the home. Today, the home is managed by the General Peter Ganesvoort Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution. The Mansion is open for tours & special events on select dates, check their website for more information.