Historic Cherry Hill House Tour
About this Event
Built in 1787 for Philip and Maria Van Rensselaer, Cherry Hill was home to 5 generations of the Van Rensselaer family until 1963. Today the home tells the story of Albany through the lens of those who lived and worked on the property.
Purchase tickets at museum before the tour begins to avoid extra fees.
Questions? Call 518-434-4791 or email [email protected]
2026 House Tour: "For Freedom & Equality"
Experience a Merchant’s life following the end of the Revolution in America. This year, we are highlighting the luxuries of the Philip and Maria Van Rensselaer Collection. Some items are more than 250 years old, and many represent the work Mr Van Rensselaer conducted during his time as a Correspondence Committee of Albany member, as well as the Chamber of Commerce Commissioner. Both positions bolstered the Van Rensselaer’s family reputation and wealth, for a short time.
Guided house tours available seasonally, May-November.
Visit our website for more information and upcoming events.
MAY 8-JUL 4 | AUG 7-SEP 26 | NOV 6-NOV 21
FRI & SAT from 12pm to 4pm (last tour at 3pm)
JUL 7-AUG 8
TUE-SAT from 12pm to 4pm (last tour at 3pm)
OCTOBER (TBD)
M**der at Cherry Hill at 5:30pm and 7:00pm
Walk-ins Welcome • Reservations Needed for Groups of 10+
Gardens: Open to the public during operational hours. Enter through the gate and enjoy seasonal blooms and views of Albany. Four picnic tables are available and access to the museum's bathroom. Bring a lunch, a book, or friends! Carry in-Carry out.
StoryWalk on view in gardens!
Admission:
Adults $6
Seniors (65 and over)$5
Students (6-17)$3
Children (5 and under)FREE
Blue Star Families FREE
Neighbors (12202 zip code)FREE
Museums for All (Snap Card hodlers)FREE
AMA & MANY members FREE
Museum Passes available at local libraries!
Parking:
Free, spaces available at base of the hill or accessible spaces at top of driveway. Free street parking on both sides of South Pearl Street and surrounding streets.
Field trips, group tours, private tours, offsite programs:
To schedule a private tour, a group tour, or an offsite lecture outside of our public season, please contact:
Anna Doren
Director of Education
[email protected]
Special Events:
Click here to view our schedule online
www.historiccherryhill.org
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 0.00 to USD 8.24
