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BUILT 2022


  • Argus Hotel 8 Thurlow Terrace Albany, NY, 12203 United States (map)

Event Dates: November 3 - 6, 2022

This year we will once again hold BUILT at the restored Argus Hotel on Thurlow Terrace in Albany. This beautiful boutique hotel sits on Washington Park and features an event space and cocktail bar. The opening will take place from Thursday, November 3rd and the event will run until Sunday, November 6th.

Half for HAF!
If you would like to book a room to stay at The Argus during the event, the Hotel has generously decided to donate 50% of the room rate for the weekend.

If you are an artist and your work does not sell, please be prepared to pick up the artwork from The Argus Hotel on Tuesday 8th between 10am and 6pm. HAF staff will only notify you on Monday 8th if your piece has NOT been sold, you can also check on the bidding site. Please note that HAF cannot be responsible for any damages to artwork that is transported after the event.

BUILT 2022 Schedule

Tuesday, November 1, 2022
Art Drop Off

Thursday, November 3, 2022

Opening Night Reception
Sponsors & Honorary Committee

Friday, November 4, 2022

Evening Reception
Pay what you will - open to the public. Suggested donation $20, cash bar.

Saturday, November 5, 2022

Free and Open to the public during the day - invite your friends & family!

Evening Reception
Ticketed event

Sunday, November 6, 2022

Free and Open to the public during the day - invite your friends & family!


Please note all bidding will be done online - bidding goes live at 5 pm on Nov 3rd. Bidding will end on Sunday, Nov 6th at 8 pm. Winners - if you have won your bid we should have notified you via email. Please check your bidding profile to see if you have won. Pick up for the pieces is on Tuesday 8th between 10 am and 6 pm from the Argus Hotel (8 Thurow Terrace, Albany).

What is BUILT?

Each year Historic Albany Foundation welcomes artists from all over to join in celebrating our region’s unique architecture at a silent auction and art show. We invite our guests to bid on up to 200 pieces of architecturally themed art - from paintings to photographs, sculpture to jewelry. Our artists come from all backgrounds and experiences, including renowned professionals, passionate hobbyists, and undiscovered talent.

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