Schuyler Mansion
Schuyler Mansion
4.4
10:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
10:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
10:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
10:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
10:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
10:30 AM - 5:00 PM
About
Georgian style home of American Revolutionary War Major-General Philip Schuyler and his family. In general, tours begin at 11:00 a.m., are offered on the hour, with the last tour at 4:00 p.m. Site is currently CLOSED for the 2019 season and will re-open for general visitation May 2020. For information about special events, please visit https://parks.ny.gov/historic-sites/33/details.aspx or find us on Facebook.
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- scott rSilver Spring, Maryland783 contributionsVery well informed tour guide who did a good job with a (too) large group containing several young children and a toddler- the latter of whom was none too happy to be there and made sure everyone knew it. [I'll assume the family just needed to get out for awhile, but otherwise you know, maybe think?] Distraction notwithstanding, this is a full and information packed tour, with the house remarkably well preserved. The furniture is period rather than original (the Schuylers decamped 200+ years ago) but I don't see that as a knock. It was appropriate to their wealth and status. Only the house remains of the original estate plan. Website says call ahead and I did - not certain it's necessary but then again, for a pretty obscure place the 1:00 tour was pretty well attended! Not much of a pre-tour visitors center, but there is an interesting in character video offering that's worth viewing - assuming there aren't 5 and 7 year olds controlling the screen flipping indiscriminately every 15 seconds (hey Mom.....)Visited August 2024Traveled soloWritten August 10, 2024
- Gwen WMurfreesboro, Tennessee2,038 contributionsWe had a great visit to the Schuyler Mansion in Albany. Such an interesting house and stories about this family. Tammy was our tour guide and was very knowledgeable answering many questions from our group. The house is beautifully restored.Visited July 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten July 25, 2024
- travelrusClifton Park, New York429 contributionsWe had a wonderful tour this past weekend. Our our guide (small young lady with circle glasses) was wonderful. You could tell she had read some of the letters and done some research herself. The house is beautiful and well maintained. A lot of information on the family and slaves. Parking lot in rear of house makes for easy trip.Visited October 2024Traveled with familyWritten October 28, 2024
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quinn314
buffalo, ny71 contributions
Jul 2022 • Family
Pros: *low price $4-5 each, we did reserve ahead
*Loved the Hamilton connection, see the room where he married Eliza
*Interesting Dutch history and a good stop for NY state history buffs
*Focus on the history of the enslaved members of the household
Cons: *tour guide was pleasant but not particularly engaging, wish there had been more stories of the family to paint a better picture of the time period
*We were given a pamphlet to read, then look into various rooms. Not a lot of detailed information
*Minimal furnishings. Paintings of some family members but the items they had on display weren’t Schuyler items
*if you enjoy touring historic homes, you’ll be glad you stopped if you’re in the area but will wish for more (Would be better as NPS site)
*Loved the Hamilton connection, see the room where he married Eliza
*Interesting Dutch history and a good stop for NY state history buffs
*Focus on the history of the enslaved members of the household
Cons: *tour guide was pleasant but not particularly engaging, wish there had been more stories of the family to paint a better picture of the time period
*We were given a pamphlet to read, then look into various rooms. Not a lot of detailed information
*Minimal furnishings. Paintings of some family members but the items they had on display weren’t Schuyler items
*if you enjoy touring historic homes, you’ll be glad you stopped if you’re in the area but will wish for more (Would be better as NPS site)
Written July 28, 2022
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aw0rld2travel
Orlando, FL280 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
This is a small gem that lies within the large city of Albany. Since the play Hamilton hit broadway, more and more people have learned about the Schuyler family (especially the daughters). This was their family home. Beyond the now famous daughters was a very influential father. The same museum shares a bit of the family history and the fathers role in the revolution. There is an excellent timeline that puts things into perspective (like, Washington and Mozart lived at the same time). The house is lovely and gives a glimpse of the wealthy of the time period. Recommended!
Written August 4, 2023
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Barbara T
Troy, NY37 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
We went on the Fourth of July, grateful to find a place open during the day, though it turned out to be MUCH more than a time killer.
There was a fun Punch and Judy Show, enjoyed by all ages, tours of the mansion, an old-fashioned Peep Show, exhibits of many kinds, stilts for walking, free ample servings of ice cream, a terrific fife and drum trio, and the favorite of 2 of our group, candle making. My granddaughter made sure she took hers back to California. It was a fantastic day, all free of charge.
There was a fun Punch and Judy Show, enjoyed by all ages, tours of the mansion, an old-fashioned Peep Show, exhibits of many kinds, stilts for walking, free ample servings of ice cream, a terrific fife and drum trio, and the favorite of 2 of our group, candle making. My granddaughter made sure she took hers back to California. It was a fantastic day, all free of charge.
Written July 16, 2023
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N0rmalee
Bossier City, LA1,022 contributions
Sep 2022 • Couples
Though it’s not a particularly large home, it has a rich history and has been open as a museum since 1917 so for over 100 years! Ella was an excellent docent to the 5 of us on the tour. Visitors to this home in the past include Alexander Hamilton, Millard Fillmore, and Benjamin Franklin. They have some of the original furnishings and have Copied the original wallpaper and other items from the period. The original owners had 15 children, 8 of whom lived to adulthood. She said the popular Hamilton musical has increased their number of guests, although the play has a lot of in accuracies.
Written September 21, 2022
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Jjanen
Lake Wales, FL341 contributions
Jun 2021 • Solo
So I have a rather unhealthy "Hamilton" addiction...so I visited his Father-in-law's house.
Many in my tour group suffers the same affliction.
It was tough not to break out in song at certain places.
"Look around, Look around at how lucky we are to be alive right now" 😁
Great visit. Beautiful spot.
Pictures include the room where Hamilton and Elizabeth got married. Heard some great stories.
Staff was friendly, knowledgeable, and understood Hamilton references. They were also very careful with Covid-19 protocols.
Highly recommend this stop
The tour guides emphasized the positive and negative characteristics of the Schuyler family...and Hamilton. This is true of most historic figures.
Many in my tour group suffers the same affliction.
It was tough not to break out in song at certain places.
"Look around, Look around at how lucky we are to be alive right now" 😁
Great visit. Beautiful spot.
Pictures include the room where Hamilton and Elizabeth got married. Heard some great stories.
Staff was friendly, knowledgeable, and understood Hamilton references. They were also very careful with Covid-19 protocols.
Highly recommend this stop
The tour guides emphasized the positive and negative characteristics of the Schuyler family...and Hamilton. This is true of most historic figures.
Written June 24, 2021
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Barbara
108 contributions
Sep 2021 • Couples
An interesting and beautiful place — we specifically stopped in Albany to visit the Schuyler Mansion and it was worth our effort. Our tour guide was well informed and happily answered the many questions which arose as we learned more about this family and their lifestyles.
Due to road construction we found it hard to access the parking lot but this was just unfortunate timing on our part. We made reservations in advance.
Due to road construction we found it hard to access the parking lot but this was just unfortunate timing on our part. We made reservations in advance.
Written September 23, 2021
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hmh717
Woodridge, NY1,041 contributions
Oct 2020 • Family
We reserved tickets for today but ended up going to the wrong location. We called and drove out and they were able to get us in ( cancellation after we arrived). The grounds are well kept. They are following COVID rules very strictly. You have to sanitize to come in and they are only allowing small groups. The tour was wonderful. It was $5 for adults, which is very reasonable. If your a fan of the play Hamilton, this is a must.
Written October 25, 2020
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Pat T
Fayette City, PA215 contributions
Aug 2021
This lovely mansion was the site of the wedding of Alexander Hamilton and Eliza Schuyler. You must made reservations in advance to tour. Allow about one hour for your visit. There are restrooms available in the visitor's center. There are four groups in each tour with two docents. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. We highly recommend making this stop on your trip to Albany.
Written August 10, 2021
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Rooindie
Sioux Falls, SD906 contributions
Jun 2021
We made a reservation in advance and were glad we did, I don't think we would have been able to tour otherwise. The house is lovely and unusual for the period. Lots of original and period pieces. Very enthusiastic tour guides. We were there for about 75 minutes. They had "pandemic protocols" in place to keep parties separated. Peggy Schuyler's grave is at the Albany Rural Cemetery, if interested.
Written June 21, 2021
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amusementparkguy1
104 contributions
Aug 2023 • Friends
A friend and I took the tour of this mansion yesterday. It is amazing! There is much history to be learned that's not always in the history books. The home is beautiful. Ian, the tour guide, is very knowledgeable. This is a definite must do experience.
Written August 10, 2023
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Written April 9, 2021
There should be plenty of room to park. Be sure to use your GPS because it is off of the beaten path. We did not bring our RV on this trip so I know there are room. If your RV is a 28 footer or longer (trailer type) there are side street to park.
Hope this info help.
Written August 21, 2018
do you do large tours - our society usually has a bus trip with up to 60 adults, what time do you open ? close? and what is the cost in Sept- Oct
is there any place to eat lunch in your area that could serve 60 people at one time.
Written January 25, 2017
SchuylerMansion
Albany, New York
Due to limited space inside the historic home, we can accommodate a maximum of 11 people per tour. With prearrangement, we can accommodate 3 of these groups at once, meaning we can take a group of approximately 30 people. With groups of 60+, we usually recommend a combined tour with Crailo State Historic Site, the 17th century home of the Dutch colonial Van Rensselaer family - a 5 minute drive across the river. Half of your group could tour Schuyler Mansion while the other half toured Crailo (both approximately 40-60min. tours), and then switch locations via bus. The 2017 season runs from May 17th-October 31st and group rates for both sites are currently $4 per person per site (regular admission is $5/adult). You can call either site to make these arrangements.
I am not sure on the question of restaurants, but perhaps try calling The Albany Pump Station. I believe their dining room is quite large.
Written February 22, 2017
SchuylerMansion
Albany, New York
As previous posters have indicated, we do have a parking lot at the entrance to the museum and on street parking is typically available, as well. The walkway and first floor of the house are wheelchair accessible, though the second floor which is included on the tour is unfortunately not. Access to the parking lot is only guaranteed on tour days; for the 2017 season, May 17th-October 31st, Wednesday-Sunday 11AM-5PM.
Written February 22, 2017
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