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ALBANY
NEW YORK’S CAPITAL
Albany, the state capital of New York, offers something
for everyone, and is the center of a region remarkable for its
natural and cultural resources.
The Capital District area represents the cities of Albany,
Schenectady and Troy, and has a population of approximately
875,000. Within a short distance are the Berkshires, the
Catskills and the Adirondacks, the largest wilderness area
east of the Mississippi River.
Major ski areas such as Killington, Gore, Hunter, Bromley,
Stratton and Mt. Snow are within easy commuting distance.
Saratoga Springs, 25 miles to the north, is internationally
known as a sports, concert, and cultural center, and features
outstanding thoroughbred and harness racing at Saratoga
Race Track.
Geographically, the city of Albany is only 150 miles from
New York City, 175 miles from Boston, and 225 miles from
Montreal in Canada. The New York State Thruway and
two major interstate highways intersect one mile from the
main campus. Bus, rail, and air terminals are all within ten
minutes of the University.
Designated an All-America City by the National Civic
League in 1991, Albany is dominated by the Nelson A.
Rockefeller Empire State Plaza, a billion-dollar complex.
It includes government buildings, a convention center, the
state museum, and the state library.
Directly across from the Plaza stands the State Capitol
Building. This majestic five-story structure, in existence since
1879, houses the governor's offices and the chambers of the
A skyline view of downtown Albany
State Senate and Assembly.
The Plaza has spurred the renovation of a large portion
of historic downtown Albany. You will enjoy exploring the
cosmopolitan area of old townhouses, boutiques and restaurants,
or attending major sports, entertainment or cultural
events at the Times Union Center, the host site for the 2001
NCAA Division I Ice Hockey Frozen Four, 2002 NCAA Division
I Wrestling Championships, and 2003 NCAA Division I
Men's Basketball East Regional.
This $65.4 million arena seats approximately 17,500
with a 1,700-car parking facility. Times Union Center hosts
nearly 200 events a year including professional basketball and
hockey games, arena football, rock concerts, trade shows,
and conventions. The arena previously hosted UAlbany’s
spring commencement.
The City of Albany has experienced unprecedented
progress and development during the past fifteen years.
Over $1 billion in economic development projects have been
implemented. The historic link between downtown Albany
and the Hudson River was restored with the opening of the
Hudson River Way Pedestrian Bridge and the construction
of a multi-purpose amphitheatre at the Corning Park. The
restoration of the historic Palace Theatre now provides a
venue that complements the Times Union Center as a host
to world class entertainers and cultural events.
Four major malls and shopping centers, including Crossgates,
Stuyvesant Plaza and Colonie Center, fall within one
mile of campus. Nightlife in Albany is lively with concerts,
movies, theatre, dancing, and just about every kind of restaurant
or eatery you can imagine. Most attractions or activities
are a short walk or accessible through the local bus system.
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