National Historical Landmarks- Shelburne Farms

One of the many estate properties built for wealthy American industrialists during the Gilded Age period, Shelburne Farms was considered an ideal country place for its exemplary model stock farm and horse breeding service, architectural and technological achievements, and scenic landscape.

The estate is a nationally-significant representative of turn-of-the-century American country estates and model farms that retains its core property and its historic character. Its buildings and structures are outstanding examples of the Shingle and Queen Anne architectural styles.

Shelburne Farms is the most significant and intact property developed by its founders, Dr. William Seward Webb and Lila Osgood Vanderbilt Webb. In addition, its architecture and landscape architecture represent significant achievements by both architect Robert Henderson Robertson, and landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted, Sr.

Courtesy National Park Service National Historical Landmarks