Albany Institute of History & Art (125 Washington Ave, Albany, NY 12210)
SOLD OUT: Book Talk and Signing with Tony Opalka - Presented by Historic Albany Foundation
Please note this event is sold out*; walk-ins cannot be accommodated.
Join Historic Albany Foundation and the Albany Institute of History & Art for a book talk and signing with City Historian Tony Opalka.
Tony's recent book The Firehouses of Albany showcases images, maps, rich history, and anecdotes surrounding the historic firehouse of Albany. Tony will discuss both the fun discoveries and rabbit holes he went down to tell the story of the Albany Fire Department and its houses, as well as the challenges of writing his first book.
5:30PM** Cash bar and mingling
6PM Talk begins, followed by book signing
Tony's book will be available for purchase for $40 (plus tax). Cards, checks and cash accepted.
**Please note the museum galleries close at 5PM; arrive prior to closing if you would like to visit the exhibitions.
*If you were not able to secure tickets for this event, please note that Tony Opalka will deliver additional upcoming book talks:
March 19: Bethlehem Historical Association
April 2: Albany Public Library, Pine Hills branch
May 15: Guilderland Historical Society
May 27: Albany Public Library, Washington Avenue branch, local history room
