Whether you are tracing your ancestors and their connections to Newport, looking for historical background on a Newport property, or exploring Newport’s rich history documented in manuscripts and primary sources, we invite you to begin your research at our Resource Center.
Please plan ahead. Our Resource Center remains closed to the general public. For more information, please email research@newporthistory.org or call 401-846-0813, ext. 190. Future appointments are contingent on staff availability, the latest R.I. health guidance, and the availability of relevant resources within our collection.
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