by NRF Media | May 2, 2025
Doris Duke was one of the most philanthropic individuals of her time: she gave away more than $400 million dollars (in today’s dollars), much of it anonymously. She was a woman who cared deeply about bettering the world through environmental stewardship, medical research, the restoration of historic sites, and the preservation of intangible cultural heritage. Join us on a tour of Rough Point that explores Doris Duke’s philanthropic interests and the lasting impact of this philanthropy on Newport and beyond.
Know before you go: This tour takes place primarily indoors. Weather-dependent, the tour will also include some time outdoors in spaces that are not wheelchair accessible.
Includes light refreshments.
Tickets are limited! Reserve yours here
About Telling Stories: Guided Tours:
Telling Stories: Guided Tours at NRF goes deeper into the legacy of Doris Duke through the exploration of her life—including how her work preserving, restoring, and sharing Newport’s cultural heritage impacts us today. Each tour takes a closer look at the people behind the places and collections we care for.
by NRF Media | May 2, 2025
Doris Duke was one of the most philanthropic individuals of her time: she gave away more than $400 million dollars (in today’s dollars), much of it anonymously. She was a woman who cared deeply about bettering the world through environmental stewardship, medical research, the restoration of historic sites, and the preservation of intangible cultural heritage. Join us on a tour of Rough Point that explores Doris Duke’s philanthropic interests and the lasting impact of this philanthropy on Newport and beyond.
Know before you go: This tour takes place primarily indoors. Weather-dependent, the tour will also include some time outdoors in spaces that are not wheelchair accessible.
Includes light refreshments.
Tickets are limited! Reserve yours here
About Telling Stories: Guided Tours:
Telling Stories: Guided Tours at NRF goes deeper into the legacy of Doris Duke through the exploration of her life—including how her work preserving, restoring, and sharing Newport’s cultural heritage impacts us today. Each tour takes a closer look at the people behind the places and collections we care for.
by NRF Media | May 2, 2025
Step inside Doris Duke’s closets on this guided tour that explores the legacy of Doris Duke’s through the collection of 2,000+ items she left in her closets and our caretaking of this unique collection to preserve it for the future.
This tour will also include collection storage and the new fashion gallery.
Know before you go: While most of this tour is accessible by wheelchair, this tour includes spaces that are not currently wheelchair accessible.
Includes light refreshments.
Tickets are limited! Reserve yours here
About Telling Stories: Guided Tours:
Telling Stories: Guided Tours at NRF goes deeper into the legacy of Doris Duke through the exploration of her life—including how her work preserving, restoring, and sharing Newport’s cultural heritage impacts us today. Each tour takes a closer look at the people behind the places and collections we care for.
by NRF Media | Apr 6, 2025
This Preservation Month, explore Doris Duke’s legacy of historic preservation and get a look inside Restoring Rough Point—a comprehensive preservation campaign.
Led by NRF”s Director of Preservation and Director of Engagement, this tour will give you a look inside the ongoing restoration project at Rough Point—including spaces like the East Wing that are currently not open to the public. Learn about NRF’s preservation plan for Doris Duke’s 130+ year-old Newport home and how this work is part of our greater stewardship of the more than 80 historic sites in our care.
Know before you go: While most of this tour is accessible by wheelchair, this tour includes spaces that are not currently wheelchair accessible.
Includes light refreshments.
Tickets are limited! Reserve yours here
About Telling Stories: Guided Tours:
Telling Stories: Guided Tours at NRF goes deeper into the legacy of Doris Duke through the exploration of her life—including how her work preserving, restoring, and sharing Newport’s cultural heritage impacts us today. Each tour takes a closer look at the people behind the places and collections we care for.
by NRF Media | Apr 6, 2025
Doris Duke’s legacy gardens reflect her interest in sustainable horticulture and environmental conservation. Join us on this interactive guided tour of the Formal Garden and the Kitchen Garden, a unique working educational garden that provides produce for our community partners. Learn about the history of the gardens, how NRF cares for the gardens today, and get insights into your own gardening practices.
Know before you go: This tour will take place outdoors (rain or shine) and requires walking on uneven ground. Unfortunately, the grounds are not currently wheelchair accessible.
Includes light refreshments inspired by the gardens.
Tickets are limited! Reserve yours here
About Telling Stories: Guided Tours:
Telling Stories: Guided Tours at NRF goes deeper into the legacy of Doris Duke through the exploration of her life—including how her work preserving, restoring, and sharing Newport’s cultural heritage impacts us today. Each tour takes a closer look at the people behind the places and collections we care for.
