CNN's Anderson Cooper explores the rise and fall of the historic US family, the Vanderbilts, in his new book "Vanderbilt: The Rise and Fall of an American Dynasty." | CNN

9.3K views · 87 reactions | Ken Dannemiller and his son, Scott, share a love of family and time spent together. They also share a condition that landed them in Vanderbilt operating rooms just weeks apart. This is a story of how one life-saving surgery led to another and why it’s important to know your family health history. | Vanderbilt Health | Facebook

480K views · 7.4K reactions | The luxury and the spectacle that defined the Vanderbilt family led to their fall from the top of the financial and social ladders they once dominated. | Weird History | Facebook

Welcome to Mr. Vanderbilt's bedroom at The Breakers 🌊 #newportmansions #thegildedage #newportri | Newport Mansions

Behind the scenes on the third floor of The Breakers🌊⁠ ⁠ Research Fellow Isabella Hogan shares her ongoing work studying furniture crafted by A.H. Davenport & Company — a renowned Boston firm that created custom pieces for the Vanderbilt family.⁠ ⁠ Her research examines the furniture’s design, materials, and finishes to better understand how these objects were made and how best to preserve them for future generations.⁠ ⁠ A rare glimpse into the craftsmanship and care behind Newport’s Gilded Age

Step inside The Breakers 🏰✨ Built as a summer retreat for the Vanderbilt family, this iconic estate is a stunning example of Gilded Age luxury and drama. With its grand rooms, intricate details, and ocean views, The Breakers remains a testament to a time of extraordinary opulence and ambition. | Newport Mansions