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Accessibility
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History of Newport and the Mansions
Founded in 1639, Newport was an important port city, a center of the slave trade, a fashionable resort and the summer home of the Gilded Age rich.
What was the Gilded Age?
The Gilded Age was a period of unprecedented change in America. Fortunes were spent on luxuries such as the lavish "summer cottages" of Newport.
Deep Dive into the Show
Learn about the people, places and events depicted in Julian Fellowes' popular historical drama series.
“Inside the Newport Mansions” Gilded Age Conversations
Noted historians and authors share their insights into all aspects of Gilded Age America in this monthly series of interviews with the Preservation Society.
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Membership FAQs
Membership gives you free, unlimited access to regular guided and audio tours at all Newport Mansions properties.
About Us
Our mission is to protect, preserve, and present the best of Newport County's architectural heritage. Learn more about us and our work.
Wind Farm Federal Appeal: FAQs
The Preservation Society of Newport County is appealing federal agency approval of two massive wind farms off the Rhode Island coast.
Personal Photography on the Grounds
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Due to the historic architecture of the house, Kingscote is not accessible for guests with limited mobility. Tour involves standing, walking and stairs. The site is not equipped with ramps, elevators or lifts. The house is climate-controlled. Service dogs are welcome. Visitors can access the Kingscote Virtual Tour of the museum from their own digital device.
Parking lot
The parking lot is located to the left of the stable building, which is to the left of the house. There is 1 designated handicapped parking stall. The distance from the handicapped stall to the main entrance of the house is 344 feet. All guests must check in at the stable before proceeding to the house.
Outdoor paths
The paths around the Kingscote landscape vary in width. The narrowest pathways are 5 feet wide. Some of the pathways are made of oil and stone, and the main driveway is paved asphalt.
Elevator
There is no elevator at Kingscote
Stairs
There are 4 stairs to get from the entry drive to the first floor.
There are 19 stairs to get from the first floor to the second floor.
There are 19 stairs to get from the second floor down to the first floor.
There are 4 stairs to get from the first floor to the entry drive.
Distances
The tour route totals 324 feet, with 133 feet on the first floor and 191 feet on the second floor.
Restrooms
A single restroom is located in the main house. It is not an accessible-equipped restroom.
Download our tour app before your visit and bring your earbuds.
Parking is free onsite at all properties except for Hunter House and The Breakers Stable & Carriage House, where street parking is available.
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