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Summer events at the New York State Museum

Upcoming free programs announced for August at the NYS museum.

The State Education Building is seen through an archway at the state Capitol on Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2016, in Albany, N.Y.

ALBANY, N.Y. — School might be out, but learning something new is always in session.

The New York State Museum in Albany announced their free summer programming for the month of August. Special programming and educational events are offered throughout the entire month for everyone.

Guests can expect events, lectures, exhibits, and online resources to experience art, science, and history. The museum will offer free admission to all of their galleries, tours of the state education building, gallery tours of the New York Metropolis Hall, and BrainFood speaker events.

SUMMER AT THE MUSEUM
☀️SUMMER FUN AT THE NYSM☀️ Get ready for an explosion of creativity at the Museum! This summer we'll be bursting with family-friendly programs designed to ignite your imagination and make your curiosity go wild! Pop-up programs will take place Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11 am to 1 pm starting Tuesday, July 16! https://www.nysm.nysed.gov/programs/summer-at-the-museum #albanyevents #aroundalbany #summerfun #programs #kidsfun #nysmprograms
Posted by New York State Museum on Friday, July 12, 2024

Here's a look at the upcoming month at the New York State Museum:

All museum galleries free from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Thursday, August 1
Tuesday, August 6
Thursday, August 8

Tours of the State Education Building

Saturday, August 10
Saturday, August 17

Gallery Tour Unveiled: Wedding Wear in New York (1910s - 1940s)

Sunday, August 11
Thursday, August 15

BrainFood for the Curious: Caine Contrasts with Dr. Jeremy Kirchman

Wednesday, August 14

For a list all all events at the New York State Museum and more details, visit the link here.