Newport's various sectors of religious history come together during Four Enduring Faiths, Four Remarkable Landmarks, a walking tour of the city's four historic houses of worship. Begin your journey at Touro Synagogue , the oldest ...
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Your Sole Guide to Walking Tours in Newport
October 12, 2016
There are dozens of tours in our historic and picturesque City by the Sea, whether that be from the air, by sea or above the pavement in a rustic trolley. But, there is nothing quite like learning and exploring these cobblestone streets and ...
Relive the Kennedy Wedding During Return to Camelot
July 31, 2016
Perhaps one of the most iconic weddings to take place in Newport, and arguably the United States, was that of Jacqueline Bouvier to Senator John F. Kennedy in September of 1953. The couple wed at St. Mary's historic landmark before 600 ...
New Tours Explore the City's Religious History
June 26, 2015
Explore Newport's history on foot through two new tours. Four Enduring Faiths, Four Remarkable Landmarks Newport's various sectors of religious history come together during Four Enduring Faiths, Four Remarkable Landmarks, a look at four of ...
This post was written by Discover Newport intern Cassie OBrya n Across the Mount Hope Bridge is home of Bristol, R.I., a historically rich coastal town filled with cultural and historic sites. Bristol is one of the many hidden gems in Rhode ...
From Halloween Pirates to Holiday Histories: The Historical Societys Upcoming Events
October 28, 2014
As the City of Newport gears up for an old fashioned Halloween, the Newport Historical Society will present a lecture this Thursday, October 30th at 5:30 thats just right for mischief night. Greg Flemming, author of the new pirate-themed ...
Living Like an Heiress: The Legacy Doris Duke Left Behind and Experiences That Celebrate Her Vision
August 15, 2014
Today's guest blogger, Alexa Furtado, is the Marketing Assistant at the Newport Restoration Foundation which was founded by legendary philanthropist and part-time Newport resident, Doris Duke. Here's a little about the NRF and the amazing ...
T he Jane Pickens Theater & Event Center is a historic theater located in downtown Newport. The theater shows new releases, documentaries, and classic films and the staff there likes to create a memorable, unique experience for their ...