Colonie

The town is comprised of two villages, Colonie and Menands, and several hamlets and unincorporated population centers including Boght Corners, Latham, Lisha Kill, Loudonville, Mansville, Maplewood, Maywood, Newtonville, Roessleville, Stanford Heights, Schuyler Heights, Verdoy, and West Albany. Colonie has transformed from “Albany’s Breadbasket” with strong agricultural roots into one of the most populous suburbs in the Capital Region. Home of the Albany International Airport and the bustling Wolf Road, there are tons of attractions for visitors (and locals!) to explore in Colonie.

Visit Shaker Heritage Society at the Watervilet Shaker National Historic District nestled in Colonie near the Albany International Airport. The 770-acre Historic District is the site of America’s first Shaker settlement. Take a tranquil stroll through the peaceful grounds to see an apple orchard, herb garden, cemetery and nine remaining Shaker buildings such as the 1848 Meeting House. Discover New York’s Dutch heritage at the country estate of Casparus Francis Pruyn. The grounds include the Pruyn House (built in 1825-1830), Buhrmaster Barn, herb and perennial gardens and Verdoy Schoolhouse. The Pruyn House serves as the historical and cultural arts center for the Town of Colonie.

Colonie boasts plenty of green space for visitors and locals to explore the great outdoors. Meander through meadows, marshy wetlands, a wooded area and near a pond on 6.5 miles of multi-use trails at The Crossings of Colonie. Journey under a covered bridge to soak up scenic riverside views and hike along nature trails at the Mohawk River Park. Take a serene stroll on the trails through the 180-acre Ann Lee Pond Nature & Historic Preserve, near Shaker Heritage Society. Explore Mohawk Riverside Landing Park in Latham for beautiful views of the water and to cycle on a section of the Mohawk-Hudson Bike-Hike Trail. Plus, part of the Albany Pine Bush Preserve stretches into the town of Colonie.