Join them for free history-inspired STEAM programs with something for the entire family!

STEAM into history in their four acres of gardens and grounds with free hands-on activities, all supplies included. Programs held outdoors (under tent) rain or shine – please dress accordingly.

June 8: Astronomy. Make your own sundial and learn how astronomy helped people keep time in early Albany. Special guest: The Dudley Observatory.

June 22: Engineering. Get hand-on and build a brick wall, and learn about the historic bricks in the Ten Broeck Mansion. Plus, discover engineering marvels in the Ten Broeck Mansion Butler’s pantry. Special guest: The Bottle Museum.

July 6: Meteorology/Weather. Make your own weathervane, and learn about how weather impacted Albany history. Plus, meet a meteorologist! Special guests: News 10 ABC meteorologist and the National Weather Service.

July 20: Ornithology. Make a hummingbird feeder, and use paper airplanes to learn about bird flight. What birds can you find in the Ten Broeck Mansion gardens? Special guests: Hudson-Mohawk Bird Club and Audubon Society of the Capital Region.

August 3: Waterways/Sailing. Make a boat from everyday materials and learn how to “crack” Morse code, plus create your own code inspired by a WWII codebook in our museum collections. Special Guests: New York State Canal Corporation.

August 17: Ceramics and the Art of Pottery. Let’s work with clay! Learn how to make a coil pot and learn about the ceramics in the Ten Broeck Mansion, and the world-famous
“Albany slip” which was mined close by . Special Guest: Art Center of the Capital Region.

See their other program listings for free family programs including historic foodways, bulb planting, and more through December.

Accessibility: the Ten Broeck Garden grounds are generally level, but be aware of uneven areas and a small slope towards the Mansion

Parking: free parking in their lot off Livingston Avenue.

On foot: The6 are easily accessible on foot – sidewalks lead up to the Ten Broeck Mansion. Please note there is a gradual rise uphill.

Bus: CDTA bus line 804. More information here: https://tenbroeckmansion.org/planning-your-visit/

Participants are asked to follow safety practices. Please dress comfortably and wear shoes/sneakers for walking in a garden. Bring your own water bottle. Please note: programs will offer supplies for programs, but alternate projects may be offered depending on attendance levels.

Programs made possible with support from the New York State Council on the Arts.