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.
Roam around the house and grounds of Rough Point Museum during this special after-hours event! This June, make seed paper to plant in your home garden with Newport in Bloom!
At this garden soiree, wander among the blooms in the Formal Garden at Rough Point, and try an artisanal cocktail made by Little Bitte.
Listen to storybook readings in Whitehorne House Museum's pocket garden and put together a themed craft to take home.
Grab your blanket, a basket of snacks, and your favorite people to celebrate Friday with a Puerto Rican music performance!
Join us for the first Whitehorne Day of the season! From 12-3 p.m., there will be hands-on activities and crafts for visitors of all ages. From 3-4:30 p.m., join us for a Collective Perspectives panel discussion.
Climb inside the historic windmill, explore our varied gardens with URI’s Master Gardeners, and enjoy themed activities and crafts.
Unwind and get past Hump Day with an hour-long sunset vinyasa yoga class on the grounds of Rough Point.
Settle in on the grounds of Rough Point and listen while the Mar Fayos Project jams on the terrace.
Roam around the house and grounds of Rough Point Museum during this special after-hours event! This July, make a sand castle just like Doris Duke did as a kid!
Listen to storybook readings in the pocket garden and put together a themed craft to take home.
Grab your blanket, a basket of snacks, and your favorite people to celebrate Friday with the Rhode Island Black Storytellers!
Each month, NRF joins with a non-profit partner to highlight the expansive history and horticulture of Prescott Farm. This month, the Audubon Society teaches us everything they know about birds!
Bring your yoga gear and join us for a relaxing and re-energizing vinyasa yoga session, set against our expansive ocean backdrop.
Roam around the house and grounds of Rough Point Museum during this special after-hours event!
