NRF promotes and invests in the architectural heritage of the Newport community, the traditional building trades, and Doris Duke’s fine and decorative arts collections, for the enjoyment, education and inspiration of all.
As a leader in the preservation of early American architecture, NRF supports research and education in areas directly related to its collections and issues of critical concern to the field of historic preservation.
Visit Doris Duke’s art-filled mansion and enjoy panoramic ocean views from the extensive grounds. Open late March to November.
The Vernon House is a site for expansive story-telling, contemporary dialogue, and preservation trades skill-building.
Newport Restoration Foundation holds one of the largest collections of period architecture owned by a single organization anywhere in the United States.
Celebrate excellence in historic preservation efforts within the City of Newport, Rhode Island.
Live amidst history by renting one of our many historic properties.
Newport Restoration Foundation is excited to have Rough Point join six other Newport museums and cultural institutions in the launching of 36HoursinNewportRI.com. This new tourism marketing website will sell the first-ever combination tickets to the museums at a greatly reduced price, and also offers the community a platform for free promotion for local events, businesses, entertainment and more. We invite you to explore the brand new site and take advantage of this opportunity to see some of Newport’s finest attractions!
