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A Victorian Santa Event with the Newport Historical Society

Colony House Washington Square, Newport, RI, United States

Victorian Santa and Mrs. Claus are coming to Newport! On Saturday December 9, 2023 from 10am – 1pm, the Newport Historical Society will host a family-friendly Christmas outing complete with professional Santa photos and kid-friendly activities. The historic Colony House at the top of Washington Square serves as the perfect backdrop to your professional photo […]

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Museum & Shop Open House

Museum of Newport History & Shop 127 Thames Street, Newport, RI, United States

Wednesday, May 8th | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Museum of Newport History & Shop 127 Thames Street, Newport Join the Newport Historical Society for an Open House in celebration of the launch of the Newport: A Concise History book and the remodeling of our Museum Shop. Over the winter the Newport Historical Society staff finalized their edits […]

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Exhibit Opening: A Name, A Voice, A Life; the Black Newporters of the 17th-19th Centuries

NHS Resource Center 82 Touro Street, Newport, RI

Wednesday May 29, 6pm to 8pm Richard I. Burnham Resource Center 82 Touro Street, Newport, RI Discover the rich narratives of five individuals of African descent who resided in Newport from its founding in 1639 to the abolition of slavery in Rhode Island's constitution in 1842. Delve into their connections, commercial endeavors, religious affiliations, and […]

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The Newport Show

Returning for its 17th year on July 27 and 28, 2024, The Newport Show is a can’t-miss event for all who appreciate fine art, antique furniture, vintage jewelry, and beyond. The antiques discovered at The Newport Show, hosted at the St. George’s School Ice Rink, are truly one of a kind. Purchase your ticket to […]

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Newport Historical Society Annual Meeting

Colony House Washington Square, Newport, RI, United States

Thursday, October 3, 2024, from 5:30 pm 7:00 pm The Colony House Washington Square, Newport, RI Free Join us for our 2024 Annual Meeting to learn more about what the NHS has accomplished this year, and to discuss our plans for the future! Hosted at the Colony House, the 2024 Annual Meeting will highlight this […]

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NHS Members Weekend

November 2nd & 3rd, 2024 Various Locations Free for Members For the first time ever on November 2nd and 3rd the Newport Historical Society will be holding a Members weekend […]