The Rockefeller Family
America's original oil dynasty. John D. Rockefeller became the richest American in history, and his descendants shaped philanthropy, banking, politics, and urban development for over a century.
Industrialist, Philanthropist · b. 1839–1937
Co-founded Standard Oil and became the wealthiest American in history. His fortune, adjusted for inflation, remains the largest ever accumulated by a private citizen.
Notable Works
- Standard Oil
- University of Chicago (founder)
- Rockefeller Foundation
- Rockefeller University
Philanthropist, Financier · b. 1874–1960
John D.'s only son, he devoted his life to philanthropy, funding the construction of Rockefeller Center and the restoration of Colonial Will…
Notable Works
- Rockefeller Center
- Colonial Williamsburg (restoration)
- United Nations HQ (land donation)
Banker, Philanthropist · b. 1915–2017
John D. Jr.'s youngest son, he led Chase Manhattan Bank for over two decades and was considered the most influential private citizen in inte…
Notable Works
- Chase Manhattan Bank (CEO & chairman)
- Council on Foreign Relations
- Trilateral Commission (founder)
Politician, Philanthropist · b. 1908–1979
John D. Jr.'s son, he served as the 41st Vice President of the United States under Gerald Ford and was a four-term Governor of New York, bec…
Notable Works
- 41st Vice President of the United States
- Governor of New York (1959-1973)
- Museum of Modern Art (president)
Politician, Philanthropist · b. 1912–1973
John D. Jr.'s son, he moved to Arkansas and became the state's first Republican governor since Reconstruction, championing racial integratio…
Notable Works
- Governor of Arkansas (1967-1971)
- Winrock Farms
- Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation