“If you’re waiting for a sign, it’s never too late to dream a dream and make it come true.” Years ago, fighting three forms of cancer changed Heather Wilson’s academic and career paths. For a long time, she wasn’t sure what she wanted to be when she grew up. Now, as a Vanderbilt doctoral student, Heather is making her dreams happen at Vanderbilt Peabody College. Watch a day in her life on campus. | Vanderbilt University

Tis the season for beautifully decorated homes! Take a sneak peek tour of the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum and Planetarium in Centerport to learn a little about the history of the home as well as see some of the holiday decorations inside. Visit the link in the comments to see more estate houses at Long Island state parks and historic sites decorated for Christmas. | Newsday

Since 1895, we have welcomed guests from all over the world to experience the splendor of George Vanderbilt’s Gilded-Age vision: Biltmore Estate. Learn 10 fast facts about Biltmore: https://bit.ly/3Ctg4mZ 📷: An aerial view of Biltmore House from a past year's snow | Biltmore

The Vanderbilt Mansion | Old New York City