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. Opening July 1, 2023: NRF and Art&Newport are excited to present a group artists exhibition on cards and card playing: Games, Gamblers & Cartomancers: The New Cardsharps
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.
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Join us from the backyard of Rough Point for a relaxing and re-energizing virtual yoga class! The class will be led by Patti Doyle from Middletown’s Innerlight Yoga.
In need of some new yoga gear? Check out the NRF store online to score some yoga pants featuring Rough Point patterns!
This special virtual experience will premiere at 5:30 pm EST on Thursday, July 30 on our YouTube channel. No registration necessary. This video program will be available for viewing on YouTube after its completion.
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We hope you will consider supporting NRF’s free online educational programming by making a donation. Please click here to give today.
