Frederick Vanderbilt was an American businessman and a member of the prominent Vanderbilt family, known for their significant contributions to the development of the United States' transportation and railroad industries. Born on October 14, 1856, he was the grandson of Cornelius Vanderbilt, the founder of the Vanderbilt fortune. Frederick played a key role in managing the family's extensive railroad and real estate investments. In addition to his business endeavors, Frederick Vanderbilt was also an avid art collector and philanthropist. He contributed to various cultural institutions and was involved in the preservation of historic sites. His legacy includes the Vanderbilt Mansion in Hyde Park, New York, which showcases his family's wealth and influence during the Gilded Age.