Mountain River DVD and the family’s reach into

and the family’s reach into NYS and American politics and economics was profound and enduring

illuminating not only the estate he built but also his work as an artist

and the grounds—located on a plateau with a sweeping view of the Hudson River—were designed by Calvert Vaux

In 1825 the Erie Canal

Mountain River DVD and the family’s reach intoWillow Mixed Media A film by Tobe Carey The story begins with the ancient geologic forces that formed the Catskills and goes on to explore the Native American and colonial settlements along the Esopus. The documentary covers the history of New York Citys Ashokan Reservoir, the development of water power on the stream, and the innovative beginnings of the American Industrial Revolution along the Esopus in Saugerties. The film celebrates the Upper