In 1826 he helped to found the National Academy of Design, was its treasurer for many years and one of its early vice presidents. He also wrote an account of its history, entitled Historic Annals of the National Academy from its Foundation to 1865 (Philadelphia, 1865). His later life was spent in Connecticut, and Hackensack, N. J.
In 1826, he co-founded the National Academy of Design and held positions as treasurer for many years. He authored a history account called "Historic Annals of the National Academy from its Foundation to 1865" (Philadelphia, 1865). His later life was spent in Connecticut and Hackensack, New Jersey.