This collection of photographs contains indivdiual and group portraits of JDR 3rd and family, as well as informal and candid shots. Also documented are JDR 3rd's Asia activities primarily in Japan, philanthropic activities and events, travel, and a small selection of images of JDR 3rd with various dignitaries.

This collection primarily consists of interior and exterior photographs of Kykuit through the years (Kykuit I, Kykuit II and Kykuit III) including construction and remodeling shots, as well as the surrounding grounds including the gardens, sculpture, golf course, and other estate residences and buildings. There is also a small selection of aerial views, as well as historic photographs of the village, school, railroad, and Union Chuch of Pocantico Hills.

The 1962-1976 general files chronicle management of the philanthropic affairs of the third generation of the Rockefeller family primarily Abby Rockefeller Mauze, John D. Rockefeller 3rd, Nelson A. Rockefeller, Laurance S. Rockefeller, Winthrop Rockefeller, and David Rockefeller.