board of directors
The Discover Newport Board of Directors is comprised of 18 members with representation from the nine municipalities within Newport and Bristol Counties and five specific industry appointments.
OFFICERS
T.R. McGrath - Chairman
McGrath Clambakes, Inc.
Middletown Appointee
Keith Chouinard - Vice Chairman
The Newport Experience
Lodging Under 100 Rooms
Karen Binder - Secretary
Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum
Bristol Appointee
Pamela Baldwin - Treasurer
Newport Harbor Island Resort
Lodging Over 100 Rooms
BOARD
Peter Connerton
Middletown Appointee
Keri Cronin
Warren Appointee
Patrick Fitzgerald
Sardella's Italian Restaurant
Restaurant Representative
Gillian Friedman Fox
Newport Classical
City of Newport Appointee
Meredith Brower
Tiverton Farmers Market
Tiverton Appointee
Matt Gray
Gray Matter Marketing
Portsmouth Appointee
Ann Hof
RI Marine Trades Association
Barrington Appointee
Charlie Holder
Newport City Councilor
City of Newport Appointee
Robert Kempenaar II
Kempenaar Real Estates, Inc.
Middletown Appointee
TBD
Jamestown Appointee
Andrew Moore
Little Compton Appointee
John Nunes
Newport Vineyards
Attractions Representative
Sean O'Connor
Newport Out
City of Newport Appointee
Dr. Melissa Varao
Salve Regina University
Member of the Public
go-to guides
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Guide to Parking
Park your ride in these lots, streets and somewhat secret spots, get out and enjoy the view.


Unique Places To Stay
Whether you’re hoping for a serene stay in a private lighthouse or an overnight in a chic urban loft, we’ve got you covered with the most noteworthy spots in town.


Newport with Kids: The Fall Edition
From apple picking and interactive museums to plenty of pumpkin patches, hayrides and a corn maze they'll love wandering through, here are our favorite family-approved picks.
