NEW EXHIBIT COMING SOON!
A TASTE OF TROUBLE: ALBANY’S PROHIBITION YEARS
Gin, Jazz, and Hidden History
A new, exciting exhibit is coming to the Albany Regional Museum!
Starting September 1, 2026 the Museum is closing to the public while we install a fully interactive 1920s speakeasy where Albany’s Prohibition-era past will come alive through hands-on experiences, fascinating stories, and hidden secrets.
Visitors can pull up a seat at a replica bar and discover Albany’s rich brewing heritage, step into a recreated telephone booth to listen to popular songs from the 1920s, and uncover the underground secrets, hidden networks, and infamous people who behind some of the city’s most notorious bootlegging stories with our ‘Bootlegger’s Map’. Younger visitors can dive into history through interactive puzzles and hands-on activities, like ‘Crack the Safe’ and historical dress-up that brings history to life through play.
This exhibit will open in winter 2026.
Museum members are invited to enjoy a special member-only speakeasy themed party on opening night. Not yet a member? Join today to receive your exclusive invitation and other exciting benefits!
become a sponsor
Why Sponsor?
The Albany Regional Museum is dedicated to bringing history to life through exciting events and dynamic exhibits. Businesses or individuals can help support our work by becoming a sponsor of our latest exhibit A Tate of Trouble: Albany’s Prohibition Years. Sponsors will enjoy fantastic perks and lasting notoriety by donating at one of five sponsorship levels.
The Bootlegger - $100 Level
Name listing on event program and social media
Invitation to exhibit preview
Complimentary Friend Membership
The Moonshine Maker - $200 Level
Name listed on website and social media
Name listed in Museum e-blast newsletter
2 event tickets
Complimentary Friend Membership
The Gin Runner - $500 Level
Company logo or name on Museum website and Facebook page
Name listed in Museum e-blast newsletter
4 event tickets
Name listed in quarterly newsletter
Complimentary Business or Hub City Membership
The Still Master - $750 Level
Logo with company URL or name on Museum website and Facebook page
Logo or name on donor board
Logo or name in Museum e-blast newsletter
6 event tickets
Business contact information in quarterly newsletter
Complimentary Business or Hub City Membership
The Underworld Financier - $1000+ Level
Logo with company URL or name on Museum website and Facebook page
Logo or name on donor board and name plaque on exhibit
VIP event tickets
Speaking opportunity at opening
Featured social media and e-blast newsletter
Business contact information or name in quarterly newsletter
Complimentary Business or Takena Society Membership
Contact Us
To become a sponsor or to find out more information email Val Van Alstyne, Executive Director or call 541-967-7122.
Your sponsorship dollars cover design work, fabrication, installation, interpretation/graphics, and educational elements to make this piece of local history come alive!
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