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.
Tour Doris Duke’s art-filled mansion and enjoy panoramic ocean views from the extensive grounds, designed by Frederick Law Olmsted. Open April to November.
Experience the only museum in the world specializing in 18th-century Newport furniture and related decorative arts.
Explore 40 acres of open space, a tribute to the agrarian heritage of Aquidneck Island. The site is open daily from dawn to dusk for public enjoyment.
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.
Help us to continue a lived-in legacy by becoming a Restoration Partner today.
Are you looking to work at a place where you can make a difference? Newport Restoration Foundation works in the areas of historic preservation and museums to share our architectural and fine arts collections with the Newport community and beyond. If positions are available, they will appear below. Come help us preserve a lived-in legacy by applying today!
Painter (Seasonal) wanted April through October, Monday thru Friday 8:00 am – 4:30. Job Summary: The primary responsibility of this position is to paint and prepare surfaces for painting on…
Title: Visitor Services Associate (Front Gate/Greeter) – Rough Point Classification: Part-time seasonal (hourly, non-exempt) Reports to: Manager of Frontline Operations Overview: Visitor Services Associates at the Front Gate facilitate the…
Title: Supervisor on Duty – Rough Point and Whitehorne Museums Classification: Part-time seasonal (hourly, non-exempt) Reports to: Manager of Frontline Operations Overview: The Supervisor on Duty facilitates the daily front…
Job Title: Tour Guide Department: Education and Public Programs Supervisor: Manager of Frontline Operations Category: Seasonal; part-time; non-exempt (hourly) Overview: Tour Guides are integral members of the Education and Public…
Title: Carpenter Classification:Full-time (Non-exempt) Reports to: Crew Foreman Job Summary: Carpenters are responsible for all carpentry repair and maintenance on NRF properties. Specific Responsibilities: Repair all wood aspects of…
