“The Gilded Age’s” Christine Baranski cuts a much more elegant figure than her character, Agnes Van Rhijn, in real life. Resplendent in a stunning black power suit, a fab wavy blonde bob, a striking brooch, and Christian Louboutin heels, the Juilliard-trained actress held sway during her talk at The Elms lawn Thursday evening, August 7. […]
Newport Mansions
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Newport Mansions offering holiday decorating tours and workshops
Have you ever wondered how the Newport Mansions are decorated for the holiday season? Would you like to try making your own holiday wreath or learn how to arrange the perfect holiday floral display? Tickets for the following Newport Mansions programs will be available starting Friday, November 1. Each event is limited in attendance, so […]
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Last weekend for short-season houses at Preservation Society
If you’re like me and you loved HBO’s The Gilded Age, you probably recognized several of the houses from the series that featured Newport as its glittering locale. Well, a few of those houses are part of the Preservation Society of Newport County’s short season and closing soon. This weekend is your last chance to […]
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The Elms and Green Animals Topiary Garden will open for the season in April
With the arrival of spring, The Preservation Society of Newport County is set to open two more of its best-loved properties. Beginning Saturday, April 1, The Elms will open daily for self-guided audio tours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Built between 1899 and 1901 by architect Horace Trumbauer for coal magnate Edward Berwind, this […]
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Newport Flower Show winners announced
The 2022 Newport Flower Show filled Rosecliff with displays of color and creativity from June 17 through 19. Hundreds of gardeners submitted floral arrangements, botanical arts creations and horticultural specimens that were displayed in the Salon, Ballroom, Dining Room and Terrace. Photo by Dave HansenPhoto by Dave HansenPhoto by Dave HansenPhoto by Dave HansenPhoto by […]
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Local chefs to pair with wine and beverage experts for Newport Mansions Wine & Food Festival series
For the second year in a row, the Newport Mansions Wine & Food Festival will expand into the local restaurant scene with a series of specially designed culinary experiences paired with chosen wines and cocktails. These unique dining experiences will be hosted by participating restaurants on select dates from Sept. 16-19, 2021. The Preservation Society […]
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Newport Mansions closed to visitation, starting Monday
The Preservation Society of Newport County announced today that the Newport Mansions will be closed to visitation, starting Monday. All CDC advisories regarding COVID-19 will be closely monitored during the next two weeks, and a decision on the feasibility of re-opening the houses will be carefully assessed on March 29. The program schedule is also […]
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Newport Tour Guides and Greeters News – 45: Congratulations to our Newport tourism industry colleagues
Newport, RI – We were thrilled to read the recent Rhode Island Hospitality Association announcement with the names of the Stars of the Industry winners for 2018. This annual event recognizes the best and brightest members of the state’s tourism and hospitality industries. Several of our colleagues in Newport have been recognized and will receive […]
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Preservation Society Extends Free Admission for Newport Residents Through 2017
Preservation Society of Newport County CEO & Executive Director Trudy Coxe announced today that residents of the City of Newport will continue to receive free general admission to the Newport Mansions for calendar year 2017. “We have given more than 14,000 free tours to Newport residents, both adults and children, since we began this program […]
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Preservation Society Will Offer All Newport County Residents Free Admission Twice in January
On December 16th, Preservation Society of Newport County CEO & Executive Director Trudy Coxe announced that residents of the City of Newport will continue to receive free admission to the Newport Mansions for calendar year 2016, extending an offer that began last June in celebration of the Preservation Society’s 70th anniversary. On “The Open Forum with Ryan Belmore” […]
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Free Admission to Newport Mansions for Newport Residents Continues Through Holidays
Residents of the city of Newport have been enjoying The Preservation Society of Newport County‘s gift of free admission to the Newport Mansions for all of 2015 in celebration of the Society’s 70th anniversary. From May to October, just over 4,200 Newport residents – including 673 children – have visited the mansions for free. “As […]