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Museums and galleries in Newport

9 museums and galleries in Newport, from the big collections to small independent spaces.

Ranked with the travel guide's picks and well-known places first.

Museums and galleries in Newport

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    Fort Adams

    Containing over 180 years of history, the fort itself is the largest coastal fortress in the United States and offers seasonal guided tours that showcase the property’s soldier’s quarters, Naval War College Museum Exhibit, beautiful architecture and engineering. Besides looking at the splendor that is Fort Adams, you can see the view of the Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay from Fort Adams State Beach. A beautiful beach with picnic and fishing areas; concession stand and public bathrooms are also available. Fort Adams is not just a historical part of Newport, it is also home to various festivals and events that take place on the fortress’ six and a half parade field and lawns. Some of these festivals include Family Day, a celebration for families, especially those with small children, which include clowns, face painting, and other fun activities and attractions. Fort Adams is also home to the annual George Wein’s Folk Festival, George Wein’s Jazz Festival, and McGrath’s Public Clambake.

    Guided tours $20; ages 6–17 $10; 5 and under free

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    International Tennis Hall of Fame

    Newport Casino

    A non-profit institution made to preserve the history of tennis. Built in 1880, it shows the icons of tennis and showcases the largest collection of tennis memorabilia in the world. Visitors of all ages can come to this historical casino and experience the art gallery, and the plaques that commemorate the great players.

    9:30AM-5PMAdults $11, seniors, military or students with ID $6, under $16 4, family rate $20

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    National Museum of American Illustration

    Museum at historic Vernon Court houses works by Norman Rockwell, J. C. Leyendecker, N. C, Wyeth, Maxfield Parrish, and more.

    Summer Hours: Fri 3PM Tour, Sat Sun 11AM-5PMGeneral Admission. $18 Adults, $16 Seniors/Military, $12 Students, $8 Children (ages 5–12 only)

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    Naval War College Museum

    For reservations call at least 24 hours in advance. Reservations and photo identification are necessary for entry onto the Naval Station.

    Year round, Mon-Fri 10AM-4PM, noon-4PM on weekends Jun-Sep. Closed holidays

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    Newport Gulls Baseball Team

    The team plays a 42-game summer schedule, consisting of 21 home games, plus a Team USA Exhibition and the playoffs, at historic Cardines Field, which dates back to 1908. The New England Collegiate Baseball League is composed of 12 teams in all 6 New England states. The Gulls also host 6 summer camps located throughout Aquidneck Island, benefiting the youth of Newport County. Adults $4; Ages 13–18, Seniors, and Military ID's $2; under $12 1. Seasons passes are $50.

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    Newport Spring Boat Show

    The largest Spring Boat Show in the Northeast. A first class exhibition of brokers and dealers selling brokerage boats, past-season and new models. Booths offer attendees an array of products, services and accessories throughout the boat show.

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    Newport Art Museum

    76 Bellevue Av

    Labor Day to Memorial Day: Mon-Sat 10AM-4PM, Sun noon-4PM; Memorial Day to Labor Day: Mon-Sat 10AM-5PM, Sun noon-5PMAdult admission to the museum is $10 and children under 5 are free

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    Samuel Whitehorne House Museum

    416 Thames St

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    Museum of Yachting

    Fort Adams Dr

    Mid May-Oct: 10AM-5PM$5/$4

Listings from the Wikivoyage guide to Newport (CC BY-SA 4.0).