Humanities New York seeks to strengthen civil society and the bonds of community, using the humanities to foster engaged inquiry and dialogue around social and cultural concerns.
The mission of the New York State Council on the Arts is to foster and advance the full breadth of New York State’s arts, culture, and creativity for all.
The Institute of Museum and Library Services is an independent federal agency that provides library grants, museum grants, policy development, and research.
The National Endowment for the Humanities serves and strengthens our republic by promoting excellence in the humanities and conveying the lessons of history to all Americans.
The Maurice D. Hinchey Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area collaborates with residents, government agencies, non-profit groups and private partners to interpret, preserve and celebrate the nationally significant cultural and natural resources of the Hudson River Valley.
Bender Family
Foundation
The Bender Family Foundation was established in 1997 and works to foster, preserve and fund the arts, culture, education, history and environment of New York State’s Capital Region.
The Felicia
Fund, INC
The Felicia Fund funds projects primarily on the northeast seaboard of United States which related to architecture, art, historic preservation, and related educational pursuits.
John D. Picotte Family
Foundation
The John D. Picotte Family Foundation works to provide philanthropic support in New York State’s Capital Region, with emphasis on health, education, the arts, housing and the advancement of science which will have a significant impact on the quality of life in the Capital Region.
The Port of Albany is proud to sponsor the Hudson River Trading Game & Navigating the Seas school program through Historic Cherry Hill. This allows all fifth graders in the Albany City School District to participate and get a look at maritime studies in early childhood education.
A Still Small Voice 4U Inc. was founded in 2015 by Ron and Kathy Cooke to encourage and support “arts, music, literature, culture and community,”
David and Candace Weir
Foundation
David and Candace Weir Foundation is an independent non-profit foundation based in Albany, New York. Established in 1994, the foundation provides support for the arts, education, environment, hospitals, and human services.
Discover Albany has been assisting meeting specialists for 40 years, acting as a community concierge to attract visitors or all ages, reasons, and seasons, as well as ensure successful meetings, conventions, and events held in Albany.
The Capital District Library Council (CDLC) is a non-profit membership organization that provides continuing education, access to and awareness of library collections, access to digital resources, member grants, and advocacy efforts to libraries and cultural institutions in ten counties of upstate New York.
Community & Heritage Partners
Tracing its roots back to the early 17th century, Albany is overflowing with rich heritage, educational opportunities, historic sites and fascinating museums.
The City of Albany’s LIGHT Youth Employment Programs provides employment for youth between the ages of 14-18. LIGHT stands for Learning Initiatives and Gaining Headway Together, which symbolizes the program curriculum that we use in all Youth Employment programs.
Underground Railroad Education Center researches and preserves the local and national history of the Underground Railroad movement, its international connections, and its legacy to today’s social justice issues, thereby empowering people of all ages to be agents of change toward an equitable and just society.
Consider the Source Online: Teaching with Historical Records is a free online community that connects educators across New York State to the valuable primary sources materials found in the churches, museums, historical organizations, libraries, and state and local governments with a series of highly-engaging learning activities designed to guide and encourage students at all grade levels to make discoveries using critical thinking skills.
Siena College students undertook an interdisciplinary project using theater, dramaturgy, visual arts, and virtual reality to explore and interpret a unique slice of American history through the lens of Historic Cherry Hill and the van Rensselaer-Rankin family.
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation oversees more than 250 parks, historic sites, recreational trails, golf courses, boat launches and more, which were visited by a record 84.1 million people in 2023.
Historic Cherry Hill and Schuyler Mansion State Historic Site partner offer the school program, Mining the Untold Stories.
Affiliations/Memberships
The American Alliance of Museums champions equitable and impactful museums by connecting people, fostering learning and community, and nurturing museum excellence.
Museum Association of New York helps shape a better future for museums and museum professionals by uplifting best practices and building organizational capacity through advocacy, training, and networking opportunities.
The American Association of State & Local History (AASLH) is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting and providing leadership for individuals and institutions involved in preserving and interpreting state and local history across the United States, essentially serving as the primary national association focused on local history practices and professionals.
The Capital District Library Council (CDLC) is a non-profit membership organization that provides continuing education, access to and awareness of library collections, access to digital resources, member grants, and advocacy efforts to libraries and cultural institutions in ten counties of upstate New York.