Art & Music

Albany Public Library is partnering with Albany Center Gallery and the Capital District Women’s Bar Association to present a special photo exhibition, “Object Lessons,” that explores the nature of the prosecution of sex trafficking crimes. “Object Lessons” premieres on Friday, March 6, wi...

The Bach Branch story garden is the setting for the Bach Live concert series premiering this summer! Join us for these all-ages, live performances by talented local musicians. All concerts are on Thursday evenings and begin at 6:30 pm. Kitty Rodeo | June 27 This all-female band plays roots rock, ...

Albany Public Library announced a new partnership with Opalka Gallery to curate two art exhibitions each year as part of the Art at APL program. Art at APL is a curated fine arts exhibition program at the Pine Hills Branch showcasing the work of contemporary artists connected to the Capital Region....

Library Looking for Art Exhibition Coordinator

December 18, 2018 | Art & Music

We are looking for a new Art Exhibition Coordinator for the Art@APL program. This is a one-year position for an independent contractor.  The Art Exhibition Coordinator implements the library’s established art exhibit policies and procedure, including the selection, arrangement, and instillation ...

Silent Film Spectacular Shows Start Oct. 10

October 3, 2018 | Art & Music

The Silent Film Spectacular returns to Albany Public Library in October. This award-winning series will showcase local musicians performing live, original scores to classic silent films. These events will take place on select Wednesdays from 7:00 to 9:00 pm at the Washington Ave. Branch at 161 Wash...

Winter Art Exhibition Starts 12/8 at Pine Hills

December 6, 2017 | Adult Services

Albany Public Library celebrates its newest art exhibition, “Interwoven,” with an opening reception on Friday, Dec. 8, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the Pine Hills Branch. The reception is free and open to the public, and includes light refreshments and live music. “Interwoven,” which was curated...