In "Mail Call: Letters From/To Vietnam," this all-new exhibition marks 50 years since U.S. troops withdrew from Vietnam, ending over a decade of conflict. The exhibit, located in the Robert Abrams Building for Law and Justice, is free and open to the public.
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New "Perpetual Garage Sale" Opens May 1 for NYS Surplus Property
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The OGS Surplus Garage opens May 1st! Shop the perpetual garage sale, which offers fixed prices, no bidding, and same-day pickup! This is located in Building 18 in the Harriman Campus by appointment weekdays 8:30 AM–2:30 PM. Call (518) 485-5200 to schedule an appointment.
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Get ready to POP off this Fourth of July! 🧨
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Connect with nearly 200 regional employers at the 25th Annual Dr. King Career Fair on Thursday, April 10 at the Empire State Plaza Convention Center from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Get your resume ready & visit us at the #TeamOGS booth. More info in the comments.
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On this date 114 years ago, alarms rang in the New York State Capitol. A fire started in the Assembly Library & quickly spread to the New York State Library. The cause of the fire still officially remains unknown, although faulty & outdated wiring were blamed. Learn more at the link in the comments.
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ICYMI There are free fitness classes at the Cornerstone at the Plaza at 5pm Tuesdays and Thursdays through March. The yoga and PHIIT 2 classes are open to everyone regardless of age, fitness level, or experience. More info & register at the link in the comments. (Walk-ins also welcome)
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Happy St. Patrick’s Day, Albany! ☘️ Tonight, the Empire State Plaza and the New York State Capitol are going green to shamROCK Irish heritage. Let’s raise a glass to the vibrant contributions of Irish Americans. Cheers to a night filled with luck and light!
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Get ready to shamrock & roll! Join us for a St. Patrick's Day Celebration on the Concourse at the Empire State Plaza Wed, March 12 from 10AM-2PM, featuring music from Kilashandra, performances by Bethlehem Traditional Irish Dance, traditional Irish fare lunch & more! The event is open to the public.
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Join us this Saturday, March 1 from 10 AM - 4 PM at the Empire State Plaza Convention Center for the Hannaford Kidz Expo! Find activities galore, including character meet-and-greets, face painting, bounce rides, arts and crafts, mini-golf, and a reptile room! This event is free & open to the public.
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You're invited to our Black History Month Celebration! Join us for an enriching experience filled with delicious food, inspiring exhibits, and fantastic music. February 5th & February 19th from 10AM-2PM at the Empire State Plaza Concourse. Free and open to the public.
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The 2025 Lunar New Year is slithering its way to the Empire State Plaza! Join us this Wednesday from 10am-2pm as we usher in the Year of the Wood Snake with performances, vendors (including Baba Duck, Two Little Dumplings, Kuma Ani, Life Lab Store/Dazzle, Bards Farm and Art) & more. Link in comments
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DYK: Benjamin Franklin visited Albany at least twice. Once for the Albany Congress in 1754 when the Albany Plan of Union, proposed and written by Franklin, was adopted. Then, in 1776, Franklin was a guest of Gen. Schuyler. Today, on Franklin's birthday, visit his portrait carving at the Capitol.
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Uncommon Grounds is now open at the Empire State Plaza center concourse! The Plaza location will be open Monday through Friday from 6:30 AM to 3:30 PM.
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Join us on Friday, January 17 at 5:30 p.m. for the New York State Celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. tribute event at the Empire State Plaza Convention Center. Featuring the premiere of the 2025 Dr. King tribute film, live performances and special guests. The event is free and open to the public
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Looking to do some community service in the new year? Next week, the Empire State Plaza Concourse is hosting the annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Volunteer Fair on Wednesday, January 15th from 10am-2pm. Join us to learn how you can become active in civic and community programs. Link in comments.
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We are seeking wartime letters for the 2025 NYS Vietnam Gallery & Memorial Exhibit “Letters From/To Home” recognizing the 50th anniversary of the war’s end. Please share with family and/or friends who served in Vietnam. And send submissions to: curatorial.services@ogs.ny.gov
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Hey local history buffs! 157 years ago, on this day/ December 9th, Gov. Ruben Fenton presided over the groundbreaking of the New York State Capitol. Enjoy these early Capitol construction photos and join us for a guided tour to learn even more about the history of the Capitol: on.ny.gov/CapitolTours
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The New York State Tree Lighting & Fireworks Festival at the Empire State Plaza Presented by Highmark Blue Shield is this Sunday, 12/8 from 12-8PM. Join your Capital Region neighbors for free activities: Skating, Carriage Rides, Meet & Greet with Santa, Performances, Fireworks, & the Tree Lighting!
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Lace up for Opening Day! The Empire State Plaza Ice Rink officially opens on Friday, December 6! Get ready for another winter of outdoor fun set against the backdrop of the majestic New York State Capitol and Empire State Plaza.
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Join us for a day of flannel, food, facial hair, and fun at Flannel Fest this Wednesday (11/20) from 10AM-2PM at the Empire State Plaza South Concourse. The event features: a donut eating competition, a mac & cheese cook-off, facial hair competition, vendors, a photo booth, and more!
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The Empire State Plaza Art Collection has work on display from an artist who also designed the first electronic baby monitor. In fact, not only did Isamu Noguchi design the Zenith Radio Nurse baby monitor he also designed stage sets for Martha Graham. His birthday is this Sunday.
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Join us tonight at the New York State Capitol for a #boo-tiful night at the First Friday Capitol Hauntings Open House! Pick up a mystery map at the Information Desk in the State Street Lobby & set off on a self-guided scavenger hunt exploring the haunted history that lurks in our hallowed halls 👻
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New York’s first Capitol building was designed by Philip Hooker (whose birthday is today). He was an Albany native and the pre-eminent architect of this area at the time. The former Capitol was taken down in 1883. Today, a marker on the ground in East Capitol Park denotes the original entrance.
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The pools are drained, and the Empire State Plaza Ice Rink build has begun! We are hiring seasonal rink attendants for the 2024-2025 season! Job duties: Open & close the rink (weekday availability preferred!) Assist with skate rentals. Sharpen skates. Ensure a safe experience . Link in the comments.
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