Albany, NY, 2009

The Empire State Plaza dedication marker overlooks the reflecting pool that anchors the entrance to the complex.

Looking skyward at the Erastus Corning Tower, the tallest skyscraper in Albany.

A wide view of the New York State Education Building's grand colonnade, framed by surrounding greenery.

The grand front facade of the New York State Capitol, with its sweeping staircase and elaborate stonework.

A bronze statue of George Washington stands before the New York State Capitol, beneath the state's Excelsior coat of arms.

A historical marker commemorating Abraham Lincoln's visit to Albany in February 1861, on his way to his presidential inauguration.

The Alfred E. Smith State Office Building towers above the trees in downtown Albany.

An architectural close-up of the historic New York State Capitol building in Albany.

A view across Empire State Plaza with the distinctive saucer-shaped Egg performing arts center and a state office tower.

The four matching Agency Buildings rise side-by-side at Empire State Plaza in Albany.

The equestrian statue of General Philip Sheridan stands proudly on the New York State Capitol grounds in Albany.