- This event has passed.
Walking Tour: French in Newport
May 15, 2022 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
$15Purchase tickets at NewportHistoryTours.org.
French in Newport – Explore the heart of 18th century Newport and discuss the year-long period when roughly 12,000 French soldiers and sailors lived alongside Newport citizens during the American Revolution. Learn how the French contribution to the Revolutionary War was vital to the success of American Independence—and it began in Newport.
This tour lasts approximately 90 mins. Tickets cost $15 per person, $10 for NHS members and active duty/retired military and $5 for children ages 5-12. Specialty tours cost $20 per person, $15 for members and active duty/retired military. Space is limited, advance registration is required. Tours depart outside of the Museum of Newport History. For more details and to purchase tickets visit: