Hendrick Vanderbilt Duryea

Biography

Hendrick Vanderbilt Duryea, born in 1799, was long associated with the generous hospitality of St. Pauls Episcopal Church, where he found inspiration to deepen his family’s commitment to faith and public service. He lent his time and resources to causes that sustained the church’s mission and the wellbeing of its members.

He is remembered as a gentle counselor whose steady presence and quiet philanthropy brought comfort to many and set an example of thoughtful stewardship.