Events
Summer Programing
Our summer programming schedule starts on Tuesday, June 17, and will run through Saturday, August 30. We hope to see you at the Museum this season! From familiar favorites like our Touch-a-Torch program to our new Science Station, there’s something for everyone.
Please note that programs are subject to change; email Bridey at [email protected] or call at (518)302-5335 if you have any questions. Our weekly program schedule is as follows:
Tuesday
10:00 Gallery Talk
Learn about the highlights of our exhibits and engage with our galleries through a guided talk with Museum staff. Please enquire at the Box Office when purchasing tickets. Happening inside the Museum, this is included with the price of admission.
1:00-2:00 Tactile Table
Have you ever wondered what the things in a museum feel like? Stop by our Tactile Table to learn what torches, uniforms, and equipment are made of for a fresh understanding of the objects in our collection. Happening inside the Museum, this is included with the price of admission.
Wednesdays
10:00 Storytime & Craft
Children and their caregivers are invited to enjoy listening to an Olympic-themed story read aloud and create an accompanying craft. All ages are welcome to attend; programming is made with children 3+ in mind. Attendance is free, entry to the Museum requires the purchase of a ticket. Please call or email to find out the story title and what the craft will be on the day of your visit.
Thursdays
11:00-12:30 Science Station
Stop by and learn about the science behind modern Olympic sports through a rotating table of STEAM activities. Happening inside the Museum, this is included with the price of admission. Please call or email to find out what the weekly focus will be.
Friday
11:00-12:00 Behind the Scenes
Come to the Museum to get a behind-the-scenes look at what goes on in the archives and check out some artifacts not currently on display! Happening inside the Museum, this is included with the price of admission. Please call or email to find out what artefacts will be out on the day of your visit.
2:00-3:30 Touch-a-Torch
Visitors are invited to hold an authentic Olympic Torch. Happening inside the Museum, this is included with the price of admission. Please call or email to find out which torch will be used on the day of your visit.
Saturday
10:00 Gallery Talk
Learn about the highlights of our exhibits and engage with our galleries through a guided talk with Museum staff. Please enquire at the Box Office when purchasing tickets. Happening inside the Museum, this is included with the price of admission.
11:00-12:30 Science Station
Stop by and learn about the science behind modern Olympic sports through a rotating table of STEAM activities. Happening inside the Museum, this is included with the price of admission. Please call or email to find out what the weekly focus will be.
2:00-3:30 Touch-a-Torch
Visitors are invited to hold an authentic Olympic Torch. Happening inside the Museum, this is included with the price of admission. Please call or email to find out which torch will be used on the day of your visit.
