Downtown in Albany in Albany County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Gold Star Families Memorial Monument
A Tribute to Gold Star Mothers, Fathers and Relatives who sacrificed a Loved One for our Freedom
| | Homeland Family Patriot Sacrifice | |
The monument and panels are a tribute to and honors families who have lost one or more loved ones serving in the Armed Forces of the United States of America.
Homeland
The first panel depicts our homeland, the majestic mountains and waters of New York.
Family
The next scene: The families of our Fallen Heores
Patriot
The next scene is dedicated to those who sacrificed and secured freedom for all. The sillouette of a member represents the sacrifices of life for peace.
Sacrifice
The last scene depicts the families grieving the loss of loved ones who sacrificed their lives to preserve our rights and the American Flag under which they served.
Topics. This monument and memorial is listed in this topic list: Military.
Location. 42° 39.181′ N, 73° 45.359′ W. Monument is in Albany, New York, in Albany County. It is in Downtown. It is on Washington Avenue (New York State Route 5) west of Eagle Street, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Monument is at or near this postal address: 12 Elk St, Albany NY 12207, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this memorial monument is in Upstate New York and in the Capital District. It is also in the American Northeast and in the Mid-Atlantic. Globally, it is in North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Netherland and also one of the original Thirteen Colonies.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Washington (a few steps from this marker); Viet Nam Memorial (a few steps from this marker); LaFayette Park (within shouting distance of this marker); Birthplace of Modern Electricity (within shouting distance of this marker); Revolutionary Soldiers Memorial (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Joseph Henry (about 300 feet away); Academy Park (about 300 feet away); General Philip Henry Sheridan Monument (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Albany.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 24, 2026. It was originally submitted on June 24, 2026, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 6 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on June 24, 2026, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.


