Archibald Gracie

Archibald Gracie (June 25, 1755 – April 11, 1829) was a Scottish-born shipping magnate and early American businessman and merchant in New York City and Virginia whose spacious home, Gracie Mansion, now serves as the residence of the Mayor of New York City.

Archibald Gracie
BornJune 25, 1755
Dumfries, Scotland
DiedApril 11, 1829 (aged 73)
New York City, U.S.
Resting placeWoodlawn Cemetery
OccupationMerchant
Spouses
Esther Rogers
(after 1784)
  • Elizabeth Fitch
ChildrenEliza Gracie
Sarah Gracie
Archibald Gracie II
Esther Rogers Gracie
ParentWilliam Gracie
RelativesArchibald Gracie III (grandson)
Charles King (son-in-law)
James Gore King (son-in-law)
William Lawrence (son-in-law)
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