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.
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Through objects, images, and stories, this virtual program will explore the relationship between Doris Duke and her mother, Nanaline. Who was Nanaline Duke? A Gilded Age grande dame? A villainess in a tragedy? A respectable widow? A misunderstood mother? Learn more by joining NRF’s Interpretation & Visitor Experience Manager, Gina Tangorra, for a tour on our YouTube channel.
This special virtual experience will premiere at 5:30 pm EST on Thursday, May 7. No registration necessary.
Please click the link below to join the live viewing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TYqdkilKMBY
This video program will be available for viewing on YouTube after its completion. We hope you will consider supporting NRF’s free online educational programming by making a donation. Please click here to give today.
