Gold Coast Mansions
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[edit] Long Island's Gold Coast
The north shore of Long Island, New York, was home to wealthy industrialists of the Gilded Age who pioneered many of the biggest industries. These captains of industry spent a fraction of their fortune on lavish lifestyles. Many worked in and around New York City and created large homes on Long Island's north shore of Queens County, now Nassau County, today commonly referred to as the "Gold Coast."
[edit] Industrial Revolution & The Expansion of the Gold Coast
During the Second Industrial Revolution, great fortunes were made in steel, transportation and other industries.
America was a land of unparalleled natural resources, rapid growth, open space and the biggest cities had begun to form. Transportation had exploded across the landscape and those who could keep up with or facilitate the growth were the beneficiaries of great wealth.
Many new millionaires were created. There was a great increase in fine home building on what is known as the Gold Coast (of Long Island, NY). Many of these mansions still exist, but many more that once occupied large sections of land have made room for smaller and additional homes.
[edit] Lavish Homes and Estates - the Gold Coast Mansions
Wealthy industrialists spent their fortunes on lavish lifestyles including mansions, castles and chateaus. These are commonly referred to as Gold Coast Mansions, the topic of many books and articles since the building spree began nearly a century ago. Over 500 mansions were built for the wealth families of the industrial revolution along Long Island's north shore during in the beginning of the 20th century.
[edit] The Remaining Gold Coast Mansions
Many are now gone, yet many remain. Some are privately owned and others are public. Some are restored, while others are in distress. There are even ruins that are of interest to many. Gold Coast Mansions are the homes of men and women who were part of the exciting growth of our nation and the development of Long Island and its history.
