Parks & Gardens in the Historic District

Green spaces have been a part of our urban environment for over two centuries. Garnet Douglass Baltimore, landscape architect and first black graduate of RPI, envisioned a grand boulevard and government center from the Rensselaer County Courthouse to the Jail. We will explore Baltimore’s vision while touring Troy’s public parks and gardens, some that go as far back as 1789.

Walking Tours meet in front of the Arts Center at 265 River Street.

Before registering, please note the following:

• Ticket purchase is required beforehand.

• Due to COVID-19 policies and procedures as set forth by New York State, HCM will only accommodate up to ten people on each tour.

• The Hart Cluett Museum provides all walking tour participants with headsets, allowing each visitor to listen to the tour guide’s commentary while also ensuring everyone’s safety in accordance with NYS regulations regarding COVID-19. Please note that while you may use or bring your own earpieces/earbuds, single use ear pieces will also be provided by the Hart Cluett Museum at time of tour.