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Discover the rich narratives of five individuals of African descent who resided in Newport from its founding in 1639 to the abolition of slavery in Rhode Island’s constitution in 1842. Delve into their connections, commercial endeavors, religious affiliations, and more through an immersive exhibit at the Newport Historical Society Richard I ...
Newport History Starts Here! 127 Thames St., Newport, RI | 401-841-8770. Daily, 10am-4pm. $5 suggested donation. Located in the 1762 Brick Market designed by Peter Harrison, our award-winning Museum is the perfect place to begin a visit to Newport.
Newport’s history has always been tied to the sea. During the colonial period the city’s harbor teemed with trading ships. With the arrival of the Summer Colony and the New York Yacht Club, Newport was on its way to becoming a yachting capital.
The Newport Historical Society was chartered in 1854 to collect and preserve books, manuscripts, and objects pertaining to Newport’s history. The Society’s collections originated thirty years earlier as the “Southern Cabinet” of the Rhode Island Historical Society.
Newport Historical Society, Newport, Rhode Island. 7,023 likes · 295 talking about this · 536 were here. Devoted to the history of Newport County, Rhode Island since 1854. Become a member today!...
Explore and Learn. Newport History Tours is Newport’s leading tour group and has been recognized by media outlets such as Yankee Magazine for presenting outstanding tours. Tours run year-round: Purchase your tickets today!
The Newport Historical Society is a historical society in Newport, Rhode Island that was chartered in 1854 to collect and preserve books, manuscripts, and objects pertaining to Newport's history.
