The permanent collection of the Print Club of Albany began after the club was started in 1933 and has continued to grow over the years. The collection extends from old master prints to contemporary works, featuring compositions and techniques from around the world. It now includes over 20,000 individual items including prints, drawings and plates. The collection is unique due to its breadth and depth, featuring many genres, themes, and artistic techniques.
The Print Club of Albany is aligned with the Museum of Prints and Printmaking, established as the dedicated space to house and exhibit the collection. It has evolved out of the Print Club of Albany into its own footprint, featuring multiple galleries and rotating exhibits highlighting artists, genres, techniques and eras as designed by our curators.
The permanent collection is used for exhibitions and research and can be visited at the Museum (150 Barrett Street, Schenectady, NY) by appointment, or during our regular hours. We are open to the public on the first and third Thursdays of each month, from 4-7 PM, as well as for special events. We are always seeking additional volunteers to docent so we can expand our availability.