With a recent addition of 6,700 sq.ft. the sizable museum houses a collection of American, European and British modernists and contemporary artists, Chinese terra cotta tomb figures, pre-Columbian art plus media and exhibitions detailing the rich and significant history of the Albany area. The museum resides in the Cobblestone House, built in 1905 using stones from the Rio Penasco. S.S. and Kate Ward raised their family here, and their heirs donated the house for a Museum in 1970. On display are exhibits of West Texas history and art. Texas longhorn steer horn.
Visitors can saddle-up, hear the train pull up into the station, or see a pioneer room setting.
The phonograph exhibit features 48 rare record players. Also of interest is the historic Potton house, a mini-railroad mansion, open for tours. Something for everyone. Research facilities are also available. The museum is located in the historic stone 1930 Hill Hardware store.