This is the Rockefeller Manor known as Kykuit which is a dutch word that means "look out." John D. Rockefeller built this gorgeous estate with the money that he made in the oil business. It was very interesting to learn about this family, JDR was a philanthropist and taught all his children from a very young age to donate their money they had earned to charities and good causes. This house has 40 astounding rooms and 4 floors, the 2.5 hour tour only covered the main floor and Nelson's…

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