Virtual Visit

Virtual tours and object stories of the New York State Capitol, Empire State Plaza, and Empire State Plaza Art Collection.

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12th Annual K-8 Empire State Plaza Art Collection Exhibition

Empire State Plaza Art Collection-Inspired Artwork by Capital Region School District Students

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Fitness at the Plaza presented by BlueShield of Northeastern New ...

Tuesdays and Thursdays from January 5 to March 25

Virtual Visit: Object Stories - Sojourner Truth

Discover the story behind Ruth Inge Hardison’s NYS Harlem Art Collection sculpture, Sojourner Truth.

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Announcement

In an effort to help keep our community safe, the Empire State Plaza ice skating season and annual holiday tree lighting event will not be held this year.

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Building Access Update

State Capitol, Legislative Office Building, and Ancillary Spaces

Due to concerns regarding the COVID-19 virus, visitors are prohibited from entering until further notice.

The Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller Empire State Plaza

Getting Here

Directions

Visitor Parking Information

Public Transportation

Empire State Plaza Concourse and Plaza Level Maps

Maps of the Empire State Plaza Concourse and Plaza Levels

Hours and Access

Hours

Access for the Disabled

Ground Rules for Events at the Empire State Plaza

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Events at the Empire State Plaza

Learn more about events at the Plaza including our seasonal schedules, special events, and more!

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Tours and Visitor Services

Learn more about the historic New York State Capitol, tours, exhibits, events, and the Plaza Art Collection.

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