Newport is considered one of the most walkable cities in the U.S. From some of the most historic sites in the country to panoramic ocean views and architecture that will absolutely take your breath away, you're going to want to get up…
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Originally founded in 1969, and previously known as Newport Music Festival (NMF), Newport Classical has a rich legacy utterly devoted to classical music here in Newport. Newport Classical embodies timeless music for today with a year-round…
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During the Gilded Age, America’s wealthiest families flocked to Newport, turning the area into their summertime playground. The popular HBO series, The Gilded Age, has peaked the public’s curiosity about this era of high society. From the…
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Unparalleled history lingers around every corner here in Newport. From the oldest continually operating lending library in the country to the oldest standing Jewish synagogue in North America, travel between sites and centuries when you…
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"All things Irish", is the goal of the 48th Annual Newport Irish Heritage Month with family fun events, guided tours, the 69th Annual Newport St. Patrick's Day Parade and more Irish-themed happenings occurring all month long thanks to The…
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From the legendary ballroom scene in The Great Gatsby (1974), to the Newport Mansions inspiring and featured in HBO's The Gilded Age, take a look at the following movies and shows filmed in and around Newport. Set on an island off the…
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In the years since Newport was founded in 1639, people have arrived here on the doorstep of the Atlantic from every corner of the world. First, it was the English dissenters seeking religious freedom. Then came the Quakers and the Jews in…
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From artists, authors, and musicians, to boat builders, stone carvers, and wood workers—makers have been the fabric of the Newport and surrounding area for the past 386 years. It's no surprise our coastal communities continue to thrive in…
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The Sailing Museum opened its doors May 10, 2022 to the anticipation of sailors and non-sailors alike. The museum’s 8,500 square feet of exhibits will chronicle the history of sailing as a sport, along with galleries that honor the…
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Bowser and friends are ready to meet you! Welcome to the new, one-of-a-kind, Save The Bay’s Hamilton Family Aquarium located in downtown Newport. Get face-to-face with the creatures living here in our Bay, with touch tanks and interactive…
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