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| Newport, RI Attractions/Shopping |
Cliff Walk
A Guide to Newports Cliff Walk
By Ed Morris
www.cliffwalk.com
Self Guided Walking Tours
www.newportcliffwalk.com
This site provides general information about the Walk, the mansions and buildings, and the history and background. There are eight breakout sections running from the northern start to southern finish.
The Cliff Walk along the eastern shore of Newport, RI is world famous as a public access walk that combines the natural beauty of the Newport shore line with the architectural history of Newport's gilded age. Wildflowers, birds, geology ... all add to this delightful Walk.
Newport Historical Society
82 Touro St.
Newport, RI
401-846-0813
www.newporthistorical.org
Guided Walking Tours
Stroll through exquisitely preserved living neighborhoods. Feel transported back to the heyday of this thriving colonial metropolis. Hear stories of revolution and ruin, struggles for religious liberty, and remarkable entrepreneurship among Newport’s diverse people. The Newport Historical Society and the Newport Restoration Foundation are your sources for authentic Newport history. Join our expert guides as we open wide the doors of history and invite you to explore Newport’s central place in American history.
Newport History Tours
Stroll through exquisitely preserved living neighborhoods; feel transported back to the heyday of this thriving colonial metropolis. Hear stories of revolution and ruin, struggles for religious liberty, and remarkable entrepreneurship among Newport's diverse people. The Newport Historical Society and the Newport Restoration Foundation are your sources for authentic Newport history. Join our expert guides as we open wide the doors of history and invite you to explore Newport's central place in American history.
Museum of Newport History
127 Thames St.
Newport, RI
401-8418770
www.newporthistorical.org
Located in the 1762 Brick Market (designed by Peter Harrison) the award-winning Museum of Newport History is the perfect place to begin a visit to Newport. The museum offers a spectacular overview that brings Newport's history to life. The Newport Historical Society uses the finest of decorative arts, artifacts of everyday life, graphics, historic photographs, and audio-visual programs to tell Newport's story. The museum contains brilliant paintings, exquisite colonial silver, the printing press used by James Franklin, the figurehead from the yacht Aloha, and much more.
Newport Mansions
www.nweportmansions.org
Experience America's heritage at the Newport Mansions: The Breakers, Chateau-sur-Mer, The Elms, Marble House and Rosecliff will all open for daily tours beginning on Saturday, April 5. All of these mansions are run by The Preservation Society.
The Preservation Society
424 Bellevue Avenue
Newport, RI
401-847-1000
The Preservation Society of Newport County, Rhode Island's largest cultural organization, preserves and protects the best of Newport County's architectural heritage. Its 11 historic properties and landscapes - seven of which are National Historic Landmarks - trace America's architectural and social development from the Colonial era through the Gilded Age. In keeping with its mission, the Society strives to offer its members and the public a comprehensive view of each property's architecture, interiors, landscapes and social history.
The Society is headquartered in a three-story Romanesque Revival mansion at 424 Bellevue Avenue, constructed in 1888 as a summer residence for William H. Osgood of New York. Its last private owner was Herbert Claiborne Pell, former U.S. Ambassador to Portugal and Hungary. After several incarnations as a school building, the property was purchased in 1992 by the Preservaton Society, which conducted an extensive restoration and renovation of the building for use as its administrative headquarters.
Arts & Theatre
Newport's cobblestone wharves are lined with a variety of galleries featuring everything from exceptional nautical photography to spectacular landscape paintings and unique sculpted pieces. For visitors looking to highlight their visit with dramatic entertainment, the performing arts lineup features enjoyable plays and musicals and moving dance presentations by the islands resident dance company.
Newport Art Museum
78 Bellevue Ave
Newport, RI
401-848-6200
www.newportartmuseum.org
Griswold House
Home for the Museum since 1916, the Griswold House is a National Historic Landmark and an Official Project of Save America’s Treasures. Designed in 1862 by famed architect Richard Morris Hunt, it was completed in 1864 for John N.A. Griswold, a China Trade merchant and financier. Griswold House was Hunt’s first major commission in Newport and is the premier example of American Stick Style architecture. Hunt went on to design many of the grand cottages of Newport’s Gilded Age, including The Breakers, Marble House, and Ochre Court.
The Griswold House currently houses restored rooms, galleries, a children’s art classroom, administrative offices, a lecture hall, the Griffon Shop and the Museum Store. The surrounding park and sculpture garden is used for many outdoor programs during the summer months.
Arnold Art Gallery
210 Thames St.
Newport, RI
401-847-2272
www.arnoldart.com
In a town known for its heritage of beautiful architecture and traditional values. Arnold Art Store and Gallery ranks as one of the oldest and most attractively restored businesses. Established in 1870 as an art store and frame shop by William Arnold, it has been owned and operated by the Rommel family for over thirty years. In 1973, they moved it to its present home at 210 Thames Street.
Blink Gallery
89 Thames St.
Newport, RI
401-847-4255
www.blinkgalleryusa.com
Blink is the vision of Alexander "Sandy" Nesbitt who took the great interior character and practical location of his studio space into the public as a formal gallery space offering an on-going series of work by other artists. Inspired by objects which communicate the makers' passion and by work which reveals a rougher edge Nesbitt now hosts three local Rhode Island artists whose work complements his vision. Together they have made Blink a unique offering among galleries in the region and a must-see in Newport.
Firehouse Theatre
4 Equality Park Place
Newport, RI
401-849-3473
www.firehousetheater.org
Firehouse Theater delivers quality live entertainment year round. Our productions range from Shakespeare to new works, including comedy with audience participation, in an intimate (49-seat) theater - Off Broadway in Newport, Rhode Island. We perform on Fridays & Saturdays and on Sundays and Thursdays at times appropriate to the season.
NEWPORT BLUES CAFE
286 Thames St., Newport,
401-841-5510
www.newportblues.com
World premiere blues club featuring live soul, funk, R&B and reggae music. Voted Best Night Spot and Best Place for Live Music from 1997-2005 by Newport Life Magazine readers!
BANNISTER'S WHARF
401-846-4500
www.bannistersnewport.com
The wharf John Bannister built centuries ago was Newport's social and commercial lifeline during Colonial times. Now hosting more than 20 upscale shops, galleries and restaurants at the center of the city's historic waterfront district.
FLORI'S TREASURES
217 Goddard Row, Brick Market Place, Newport,
401-849-0600
www.floristreasures.com
A unique collection of extraordinary mouth blown fine art glass, some overlaid with metal and/or natural flora dipped in silver, copper and brass, plus lamps, ceramics and other fine crafts.
THE BALL & CLAW
29 America's Cup Ave., Newport,
401-848-5600.
www.theballandclaw.com
Jeffrey Greene furnituremaker, specializing in Newport's Goddard & Townsend 18th century designs. Each piece individually crafted by hand. Celebrating 25 years of award winning craftsmanship. Showroom also includes porcelain, paintings and decorative accessories.
NEWPORT VINEYARDS & WINERY
909 East Main Rd./Rt. 138
Middletown,RI
401-848-5161
www.newportvineyards.com
Winery tours daily at 1pm and 3pm. Wine tastings all day. Visit the 50-acre vineyard and winery just minutes from downtown on Rt. 138. Enjoy a tour, taste some delicious wines and take home a selection from Chardonnay to Merlot. Gift shop, restaurant and gourmet deli on-site. Individuals and groups welcome. Open 7 days. Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Sun. Noon-5pm.
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