October Festivals in Newport

2014-09-26T06:52:58+00:00September 26th, 2014|

October is one of my favorite months in Newport, because while the temperatures are lowering, there's still so much to do.  Every weekend in October is filled with fairs and festivals of all sorts, celebrating food, fun and the outdoors.  Here's a list of what'll [...]

The Museum of Newport Irish History

2014-09-19T06:57:32+00:00September 19th, 2014|

In June of 2011, The Museum of Newport Irish History Interpretive Center opened to the public.  Located in the best known Irish-American neighborhood in Newport, this museum teaches visitors about the Irish immigration to Newport County from the 1600's to the present.  It showcases the [...]

44th Annual Newport International Boat Show

2014-09-05T06:32:27+00:00September 5th, 2014|

The 44th Annual Newport International Boat Show will take place on the Newport waterfront September 11th-14th.  This is one of the largest in-water boat shows in the country and will take up 13 acres of Newport's waterfront.  There will be all sorts of makes and [...]

Race through the Fall

2014-08-29T06:00:32+00:00August 29th, 2014|

There are a variety of races happening throughout Rhode Island this fall, which allow walkers, runners and bikers to enjoy Rhode Islands landscapes. Women Run - The Sanity Chase: This race will be held on Sunday, September 14th at Fort Adams State Park.  This event [...]

The Hunter House

2014-08-22T06:32:03+00:00August 22nd, 2014|

The Hunter House, located in the Point District of Newport, is a great example of Georgian Colonial architecture from the mid-18th century.  This house was built during a time when religious tolerance attracted Quakers, Congregationalists, Jews and Baptists to the area.  The north half of [...]

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