Listen Albany: the Capital City's Cultural Heritage Podcast, is a series of podcasts that offer just a glimpse into Albany's long, rich history

Albany, the oldest city in the United States operating under its original charter (1686), has known many famous faces over its centuries-long life; it’s world-class architecture and stunning streetscapes providing the perfect backdrop to countless historic events. Through the podcasts below, learn about the people and places that make Albany's heritage unique. Some are designed to be walking tours, allowing you to listen to Albany stories as you wander around one of it’s neighborhoods. Other podcasts are live-event recordings featuring historians and other prominent local figures discussing the city's cultural heritage.

Happy listening!

Funding is provided by the The Albany County Convention & Visitor's Bureau Fund of the Community Foundation of the Greater Capital Region. Additional support provided by City Historian Anthony Opalka, Maeve McEneny, Matt Malette of Albany Archives, and the City of Albany's Office of Cultural Affairs. Produced by and for Historic Albany Foundation. Recorded at Overit Media.

May 10, 2019

Fragments: A Live Recording at Overit Media

May 10, 2019/ Historic Foundation

Fragments: A Live Recording at Overit Media, will delve into the interesting and unique ways in which old fragments of buildings continue to survive - and thrive!

From architectural elements purposely removed and reused, to clandestine remnants of the past hidden in plain sight, our expert panel explores these secrets hidden in plain sight.

January 09, 2019

Listen Albany: Finding 48

January 09, 2019/ Historic Foundation

The story of how the seemingly ordinary and unfascinating building on Hudson Avenue was identified to be one of the last remaining Dutch buildings left in Albany and its pedigree proven.

September 16, 2017

Listen Albany: Hiking Capitol Hill

September 16, 2017/ Historic Foundation

The tour is a loop which begins at the intersection of Washington Avenue and Hawk Street at the entrance to Lafayette Park.

Happy Hiking!

May 10, 2017

Listen Albany: Pearl Street Stroll

May 10, 2017/ Historic Foundation

Take a guided walking tour of historic Pearl Street which dates back to the mid 17th century. Start on the left and head north to Clinton Avenue, pause as needed to admire the architecture - when you hear the bell begin walking again.