Operating Schedule
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Visitor Info
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Tours, Groups, Exclusive Experiences
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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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Premium Memberships
We invite you to join these exclusive levels of membership for patrons interested in enhanced access and benefits at the Preservation Society.
Current Members
As a member, you can enjoy unlimited general admission to our properties and do not need tickets. Simply bring your membership card for admission.
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
Rent our museums for commercial photography & videography, TV production, and wedding photography.
Commercial Filming or Photography
Museum Rentals & Weddings
Host your wedding, rehearsal dinner, corporate event, or other celebration at our historic museums.
July 2025
Newport Mansions Wine & Food Festival to Feature Chef Marcus Samuelsson
Actress Christine Baranski Featured in John G. Winslow Lecture at The Elms
Preservation Society Offers Children’s Activities at All Properties in July and August
Expert appraiser to speak on “Discovering America’s Treasures”
June 2025
Preservation Society Installs New Chairman and Trustees, Presents Awards at Annual Meeting
New Bio-Absorption Garden Unveiled at Marble House
2025 Newport Flower Show Awards Announced
Actor Sam Waterston of “Gatsby” and “Law & Order” to Kick Off Preservation Society’s Summer Lecture Series
Opening Night Party Highlights 29th Newport Flower Show
April 2025
Exhibition to Cast a New Light on Richard Morris Hunt
Newport Mansions, Nail Communications Invite Visitors to “Live the Drama” at The Elms
Rosecliff Forum Highlights Beech Leaf Disease, Other Threats to Urban Forests
March 2025
Preservation Society Announces Schedule of Events for 2025
February 2025
Preservation Society Bringing Back the Newport Symposium
For previous media releases, please contact our Communications staff.
The Newport Mansions in The Gilded Age
Washington Post – Walk the scenes of The Gilded Age in Newport’s preserved mansions 7-31-25
Time Magazine – The real history behind the trips to Newport in HBO’s The Gilded Age 7-8-25
Richard Morris Hunt: In A New Light Exhibition
Newport Life – Sneak Peek At The New Richard Morris Hunt Exhibition 5-20-25
Newport Daily News – Richard Morris Hunt Designed Gilded Age Homes Across Newport: New Exhibition Honors His Work 5-23-25
Galerie Magazine – Rosecliff Opens Exhibition Focused on Gilded Age Architect Richard Morris Hunt 7-2-25
Sam Waterston Returns to Rosecliff on Anniversary of “Great Gatsby” Filming
Providence Journal – On 50th anniversary of “Great Gatsby” in Newport, Mark Patinkin considers today’s overlaps 7-9-25
Boston Globe – Sam Waterston talks Great Gatsby, wealth disparity and other favorite topics 7-9-25
WhatsUpNewp – Sam Waterston returns to Rosecliff 51 years after Great Gatsby filming 7-13-25
Museum Cafe at The Elms Carriage House
Rhode Island Monthly – The Elms Mansion Opens Food and Drink Spot 7-14-25
WhatsUpNewp – Preservation Society shows off the elegance of the Carriage House at opening party 7-10-25
Iconic Trees of Newport Forum at Rosecliff Highlights Toll of Beech Leaf Disease
Providence Journal – This RI forest has been devastated by beech leaf disease 5-23-25
EcoRI – Iconic Trees Forum in Newport Tackles Issue of Beech Leaf Disease 5-12-25
Newport Buzz – At Rosecliff, a forum unites scientists, civic leaders and citizens to save Newport’s iconic trees 5-12-25
Geothermal Installation at Chateau-sur-Mer
Newport This Week – Chateau-sur-Mer goes underground for energy 1-23-25
“Monumenta” Art Exhibition 50th Anniversary
Hunter House & Sea-Level Rise
“Gilded Age Newport in Color” Exhibition
Rosecliff Restoration
“The Celestial City: Newport and China” Exhibition
Newport Mansions Wine & Food Festival
Other
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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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