Join us for our first annual A Rough Point Halloween! Explore Rough Point at its spookiest, go on a Halloween-themed treasure hunt, and discover the strange, eerie, and macabre objects in the house. We promise lots of treats (and no tricks). This community event is open to all, and FREE for Newport County residents.
Who decides how to name a house? And can one name tell a whole house's history? Join us for a panel-led discussion of the naming conventions on historic house properties. As we are uncovering the stories of the lives and lived experiences of past residents, we are also rethinking the process of naming houses—especially when the name on the house does not accurately reflect these stories. We will use examples from NRF’s Preservation Properties to frame the discussion and invite you to join the conversation.
Join NRF and the Newport Tree Conservancy for a free community celebration of an Olmsted-legacy Beech tree in the garden of Rough Point on Saturday, March 15th at 2:00PM.
We are excited to partner with Puddingstone Festival on an evening of music and dance at Rough Point! Our founder Doris Duke was a supporter of the arts, as well as a musician and a dancer. We are delighted to host this evening celebrating the performing arts in her home. The concert will feature Arlen Hlusko, Grammy Award-winning cellist from Canada, alongside Frankie Car, British-American cellist, both esteemed members of Carnegie Hall’s Ensemble Connect. They will be joined by Clemens Teufel, German pianist and founder of Puddingstone.
We are delighted to partner with The Newport String Project for the final weekend of its Newport County Concert Series. […]
The Canine Couture Show returns this summer after a “paws” with a new style, but the same fun! Join us and our community partner The Potter League for Animals for a dog fashion show inspired by Doris Duke at “Ruff” Point. We will have a photo booth for your pup to pose and treats for all.
There will be pet-related vendors onsite to peruse and shop.
Keith W. Stokes, Rhode Island’s State Historian Laureate and co-author of A Matter of Truth, will deliver a thought-provoking talk on the ongoing journey toward truth, justice, and equity. Stokes’ presentation will offer historical insights and personal reflections on Rhode Island’s 400-year history of racial discrimination and resilience.
We are excited to partner with Puddingstone Festival on an evening of music at Rough Point! Our founder Doris Duke was a supporter of the arts, as well as a musician and a dancer. We are delighted to host this evening celebrating the performing arts in her home. This concert features Puddingstone founder and pianist Clemens Teufel and violinist Andrea Segar opening the program with Mozart’s Violin Sonata in E minor, The concert continues with Beethoven’s monumental “Archduke” Trio, performed by pianist Angela Kim, violinist Carla Kim, and cellist Raffi Poper Keizer.
Bike/trolley/walk to Roam Around Rough Point!
We invite you to join us for a day of community fun and connection, listen to live music from Chelley Knight & the Dope Things presented by North End Entertainment, and enjoy the spectacular ocean views.
Bring your lawn blanket and/or chairs and your picnic supplies. Del's Lemonade and local food vendors will be onsite.
This FREE community event is open to all.
NewportFILM returns to Rough Point! Counting Crows: Have You Seen Me Lately tells the story of the band Counting Crows. Through interviews and 90s footage, we see how they navigated sudden fame while staying true to their art.
It’s the dog days of summer! Join us and our community partner The Potter League for Animals for our second annual Dog’s Day Out at “Ruff” Point. We will have a photo booth for your pup to pose, treats to enjoy, and a pet-tique market to peruse.
We are excited to partner with Puddingstone Festival on an evening of music at Rough Point! Our founder Doris Duke was a supporter of the arts, as well as a musician and a dancer. We are delighted to host this evening celebrating the performing arts in her home. This concert features one of the world’s leading fingerstyle guitarists, Calum Graham. Join us for a summer evening of original music with this exceptional artist, plus a pre-concert dance performance featuring Deanna Gerde, dancer-in-residence Katie Moorhead, and a special surprise musical guest.
