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As originally established by the English government in the colonial era, Albany County had an indefinite amount of land, but has had an area of 530 square miles (1,400 km 2) since March 3, 1888. The county is named for the Duke of York and of Albany, who became James II of England (James VII of Scotland).
albanyny.gov. Albany ( / ˈɔːlbəni / ⓘ AWL-bə-nee) is the capital and oldest city in the U.S. state of New York and the seat of and the most populous city in the county of the same name. It is located on the west bank of the Hudson River, about 10 miles (16 km) south of its confluence with the Mohawk River .
Things To Do in Albany, NY. For over 400 years, Albany County has welcomed visitors to uncover all that New York's Capital Region has to offer. Discover Albany's world-class museums, thriving craft beverage scene, fascinating historic sites, unique shopping experiences and outdoor adventures.
Albany County is in the east central part of New York, extending southward and westward from the point where the Mohawk River joins the Hudson River and has a total area of 533 square miles of which 523 square miles is land and 10 square miles is water. Albany County is composed of 19 municipalities.
Over the past four centuries, Albany has grown from a small Dutch settlement into New York State's Capital City in the heart of burgeoning Tech Valley. Discover downtown Albany's booming craft beverage industry, must-see attractions and vibrant culture.
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Welcome to Albany County! Over the past four centuries, Albany has grown from a small Dutch settlement into New York State's Capital City in the heart of burgeoning Tech Valley. Albany is the oldest continuing settlement in the nation.
By 1774, Albany County was the most populated county in colonial New York with over 42 thousand settlers. In 1790 the federal government conducted its first comprehensive census, and Albany County was still the most populous county in New York State, with 75,921 inhabitants.
The Albany County Convention & Visitors Bureau, Inc. has been promoting the New York State Capital to visitors since 1976. We are passionate discoverers, and we're eager to help you learn about all the wonderful things going on in Albany County.
