For four generations, Kykuit was the home of the influential Rockefeller family. Kykuit, also known as the John D. Rockefeller Estate in Pocantico Hills, is the top attraction in the Hudson Valley. Kykuit means lookout in Dutch and is an apt name for this mansion and its site. It possesses majestic views of the river from its location and was, for four generations, the home of the influential Rockefeller family. Comprising forty rooms, the house was built for the oil tycoon and family patriarch John D. Rockefeller. The art collection in the home is largely the collection of Nelson Rockefeller, third generation politician, NYS Governor and U.S. Vice President. It is owned by the National Trust for Historic Preservation and is designated as a National Historic Landmark. Our 2 and ¼ hour tour will take us through this magnificent four- story Colonial Revival mansion, situated on the highest point in Pocantico Hills. The home features fine furnishings, 20th century art and Chinese and European ceramics. 

Cross the millpond bridge to Philipsburg Manor, where will have our box lunch.

We will visit Philipsburg Manor House which stands as a historical testament to the generations of slaves who lived and worked for the Philipse family on the property in 1750. Our visit will include the Manor House and the Slaves’ Kitchen.