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July 7 at 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm, $175
Join the Newport Historical Society on Thursday July 7th at 5:30pm for a French-themed Culinary Adventure that kicks off a weekend of French in Newport programming. Enjoy an evening of French hors d’oeuvres, colonial cocktails, and live music on the lawn of the Great Friends Meeting House. Visit George Washington’s campaign tent from the Museum of the American Revolution and speak with living historians including le Count de Rochambeau. Tickets are $175 per person and can be purchased through the link below.
July 29-31
The Newport Show is celebrating 15 years! As one of the most distinguished antiques and fine art shows across the country, the event is a high point of the summer social season and a not-to-be-missed opportunity for fine art and fashion aficionados.
The 2022 Newport Show has a new location: the Audrain Middletown, 250 West Main Road, Middletown Rhode Island. The Gala Preview Party will take place Friday July 29, 2022 from 6pm-9pm. The weekend event runs Saturday July 30, 2022 from 10am-6pm, and Sunday July 31, 2022 from 10am-4pm.
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