New York State Capitol reopening to public

ALBANY – The New York State Capitol reopens to the public on Friday.

Gov. Cuomo made the announcement Thursday, after 70% of eligible New Yorkers received at least one dose of COVID vaccine.

The governor also announced that free tours of the state Capitol will resume on Monday.

Outdoor tours of the Empire State Plaza will start up again on July 7.

Space is limited and reservations are recommended.