Immersion Tours: Native Voices

9 Ten Broeck Place,Albany NY 12210

26 August, 2021

Description

Immerse in history: join these special interconnected tours placing Native American experiences at the center of Albany History. Immerse yourself in history! Join these special interconnected tours, allowing you to visit two of Albany's finest museums to explore the role of Native Americans in our region. The perfect immersive tour experience for those interested in nature, indigenous plants, Native American history, intercultural contact, and art history. Start at the Ten Broeck Mansion to learn about our landscape before European colonization. Learn about Dirck Ten Broeck's role as a Commissioner of Indian Affairs, and his son's intercultural fluency. Next visit the Albany Institute of History & Art to take a self-guided tour directing you to historic artifacts representing these Native perspectives. Proceed to the AIHA's renowned Hudson River School galleries, and see these classic works with new eyes. Native Voices Immersion Tour: Start at 1 pm: Ten Broeck Mansion (until 2:00 pm)We suggest you reserve an additional 15-20 minutes to explore the 4 acre historic landscape and gardensVisit the Albany Institute of History and Art - reserve at least an hour to 90 minutes for your visit - all galleries are open with this ticket. The AIHA closes at 5 pm. Tickets are honored for the same day only.Important tour information: all visitors will be expected to comply with site regulations for COVID-19 including wearing masks and practicing social distancing.please note: historic sites have uneven walkways and historic staircases: walking shoes recommended.children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.please ensure you leave enough time to travel between sites (about 10 minutes driving). Tours start promptly.tours are held rain or shine.parking: the Ten Broeck Mansion has ample free parking in an off-street lot off of Livingston Avenue. The AIHA has a free lot on Dove Street (intersection of Washington Avenue and Dove Street). Metered parking is also available on the surrounding streets.Please visit site websites for directions and parking information (printed directions will be provided upon request): Ten Broeck Mansion: www.tenbroeckmansion.orgAlbany Institute of History & Art: www.albanyinstitute.orgDue to the special nature of these tours, we are unable to offer refunds or member discounts. Your admission fee helps maintain these important historic museum sites. BONUS: ticket holders have special discount coupons for local businesses and restaurants. Coupons expire September 15, 2021. Please present your ticket confirmation to receive the special offer. The Olde English Pub: 15% off of your dinner tab.C.H. Evans Brewery at the Albany Pump Station: $2 off a pint with purchase of food. Fort Orange General Store: 10% discount on any in-store purchase.Discover Albany Visitors Center Gift Shop: 10% off selected merchandise.Please check business websites for most current hours, as hours may change due to COVID-19 requirements. Header images (l to r): Etow Oh Koam, King of River Nation, c.1710, by Jan Verelst (c.1648-1734), AIHA Collections 1972.65.11; Indian Deed for Three Islands in Hudson River Opposite Green Island, May 31, 1664, ms-2369/6 AIHA Collections. Below: Ten Broeck Mansion Gardens, The Four Indian Kings, c. 1710, Bernard Lens the younger, (1682-1740), AIHA Collections 1972.65.7.