The Story of Rockefeller's Iconic Estate: Kykuit Mansion
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- Опубликовано: 29 сен 2024
- After John D. Rockefeller became the wealthiest man in the United States largely due to his company, Standard Oil, he began searching for the perfect place to build his country house.
Location: Tarrytown, New York
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This is definitely a mansion, but the furnishings are very comfortable and it was obviously used by the family. Nelson Rockefeller’s modern art collection is in the basement, and the grounds have many sculptures. Legend has it that John D. bought up properties all the way to the Hudson River so as not to block the view from the house and grounds. In addition to the carriage collection, there is a garage filled with antique cars. If anyone wishes to visit, you need to get tickets online or at Philipsburg Manor in Sleepy Hollow, NY, part of Historic Hudson Valley.
My dude there is no river between the house and stables. That pic is from somewhere in town. Also the original house was disassembled after construction because John D didn’t like the design and claimed that the pipes made noise, as per Titan by Ron Cherno.
on the last few videos the audio has been quiet. whats going on? turn it up let me hear
Can you PLEASE stop pronouncing the long e and long a vowel sounds where it is not appropriate or CORRECT to do so? It’s VERY annoying
I took a tour of Kykuit on a beautiful summer day in 2013. My tour guide was an elderly woman who had lived on the grounds as a child. I believe her father worked as a carpenter for the Rockefeller family. It was fascinating learning about the estate from someone who knew the family. While touring Kykuit I was blown away by the architecture, landscape design, and artwork. What blew me away the most, however, was the views from the estate. Sitting at an elevation of 500 feet, the estate offers some of the most stunning views of the Lower Hudson Valley. Also, this is perhaps the only historical mansion I've visited that felt somewhat cozy. I can actually picture myself living at Kykuit. I can't say the same for an estate like the Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site.
Thank you, Ken. Love you highlighting beautiful mansions from the past.
Ken, a subscriber here. I think you are doing a wonderful job 👍🏼 and I appreciate all the historical research you do for each mansion. Please don’t listen to the complainers; it seems people always have something to complain about. I read once that you can’t please all people all of the time. I’m glad this mansion was preserved for the public to see and enjoy. 💕
Thank you for your kind words, cheers!
A wonderful place to visit. Also FDR's house in nearby. A must visit to both.
What a beautiful home, I'm so glad that it still exists & can be enjoyed by all!!! Thanks for sharing another interesting video!! 👍
One of the better houses in the United States, and very pleasant to see, both inside and outside too.
Some of these industrialists, I’ve found, have more homes than I have under-wears. Thanks for another video, Ken.
And, they changed them as often. They certainly loved to build.
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Have visited and it is spectacular. The collection of art in the basement is not to be believed. The sculpture scattered throughout the areas around the house is modern and interesting. The teahouse in the side yard it’s just a pleasant surprise. I could see why it was built.
Thanks Ken, lovely estate and nice to know it's open to the public!🏰
Abbey Aldrich was a distant cousin of mine. Thanks for sharing.
This is one of the best.
It seems livable, somehow.
Thank you for my birthday gifts nov.11👍🏻🎵☮️💕💜🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸💜
It’s like he designed his house to be studied for years by his lineage beautiful! 🙏🏼✨
It is beautiful. Thank you for the video.
Good video of a beautiful estate. The bridge over the small waterfall is not part of Kykuit; it is the mill dam at the 17th century Philipsburg Manor (white building in photo). I have visited, but tours of the property are very circumscribed because lots of areas are off-limits as family members still have homes on the property and use other parts. Also, when I toured only the 1st floor and basement galleries of the mansion were public because the family trust offices were on the upper floors (not sure if this has changed).
i hope to get there Spring 2024.
Nice one Nelson Rockefeller for donating the house and lands! Nicely done with the history information Ken!
Glad you enjoyed it!
The HABS database drawings of the home are overwhelming. This was BIG. Also a huge greenhouse and stables.
great vid thanks
Thanks Ken, I'll be getting a group of friends together to see this beautiful mansion and garden in person ASAP!!!!
I love your videos and learn so much. While it's rough knowing how and why these people were so privileged, I do appreciate the amazing architecture.
Many of them earned their "privilege" by making bold and wise business decisions. These early tycoons earned their money - they didn't inherit it.
Wow
I don't know why people have to correct and critique you about your work I think you do fine too many arm chair quarterbacks out there!
I've visited. It's memorable to say the least. The basement is an art gallery of Nelson's acquisitions for the MOMA. The carriage stables/garage is equally captivating. I've never forgotten the incredible light fixtures.
Wow stunning, how wonderful to wake up in something so elegant every morning. And not worrying over money 24/7. Oh well, they say to never give up on dreaming....
I love architecture, history, and antiques, but I’m finding many of the mansions featured here are donated.
I just can’t help think about how donations can be tax write-offs.
So I’m picturing these insanely wealthy people with “aging” mansions (and possibly shrinking wallets) looking for a way out of owning the mansion that may or may not need a lot of renovations (especially as modern technology evolved, like running water and electricity).
Ken ,I just found your site it's one of the best. Just the right length of time. I was wondering if you have ever thought about shows on Rochester NY. There are some lovely old homes. Or maybe Bar Harbor Maine?
Here is what I find odd. You said that the original house built by Rockefeller was quickly lost to fire and another one was built. His summer home in East cleveland ohio at Forest Hills mysteriously burned down right after his wife's death. That seem peculiar that these homes...as magnificent as they were, were lost to fire...and lightening struck him 2xs as far as homes burning down.
I got the clap while there
That was informative. Thank you.
I recommend you say 'This House' less in the videos.
My Dad went there in the 1920s for play dates with David Rockefeller.
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When you are that rich you can just give a vast estate away 🤯
Hordes of Charlemagne. Rockefellers are generational wealthy family. As far back as Rome.
William Adam Delano was a distant cousin of FDR.