Established in the early 19th Century, Fort Adams sits at the harbor of Newport Bay. At the time of its construction, it was the largest of its kind in the United States, envisioned by the U.S. Navy as one of the key features of the defenses set up to safeguard the Narragansett Bay Area. Previously a US Navy and US Army base, the site was later acquired by the government in 1965 and revamped to be used as a state park. The aerial view of the park reveals a stone-enclosed fortress with a prominent bulwark facing the Narragansett Bay. Providing stunning views of the bay, the park now functions as a recreational spot offering facilities for family outings, picnics and various water sports. The highly-acclaimed Newport Jazz and Newport Folk Festivals are held here each year, and have featured performances by the likes of Miles Davis, Ella Fitzgerald and Nina Simone.
The Elms was built in 1901 as the "summer cottage" of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Julius Berwind and eventually became known as another summer residence for the burgeoning population of the nouveaux riches at the turn of 20th Century. Modeled after the mid 18th-century château d'Asnieres outside Paris, The Elms showcases the Berwind's collections of art and ceramics. Now a historic landmark, you can learn its history and appreciate turn-of-the century gracious living on an informative audio tour, or a more behind the scenes Servant Life tour.
All tennis buffs know that this is the place to visit while in Newport. The International Tennis Hall of Fame is truly a shrine to the sport, given its history and the well-preserved exhibits of immense significance. Found at Newport Casino, located on beautiful Bellevue Avenue amongst shops and eateries, the site is a perfect place to stop by and admire the lush, grassy tennis courts and the International Tennis Hall of Fame Museum, commemorating tennis pros from past and present.
Easton's Beach is locally known in Newport as "First Beach" and is a favorite spot of tourists and locals alike. Flooded with eager beach lovers during summer, the Easton's Beach also plays host to several events and tournaments all year-round. Stretched at the crown of Cliff Walk, this sun-kissed beach is a haven for water sports enthusiasts too. Comb the beach, enjoy a leisurely evening or meander on the boardwalk, a memorable time is assured in the scenic environs of Easton's Beach.
The Norman Bird Sanctuary is the perfect venue in Newport for bird watching, hiking and family outings. Located just beyond Newport's Third Beach, the park blends ponds and woodlands with ocean breezes and sandy terrain. Trail maps and public restrooms are available at the entrance to the park, along with ample parking spaces. There are over seven miles of trails, allowing visitors to bird watch from designated posts or enjoy views of the sea from the rocks and hills.
Inhabiting the southeasternmost tip of Middletown in the state of Rhode Island, the Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge is a series of diverse wetlands that covers an area of 242 acres (97.93 hectares). Its serene shorelines, elegant mansions and verdant promontories allure tens of thousands of visitors every year, making it one of the most-frequented attractions in Newport County. Passing sailboats and a beautiful view of the Newport mansions can be seen along the shoreline of this lovely park.
Discover the type and style architecture that was followed in the 17th Century by visiting the Clemence–Irons House. The house was built in the year 1691 by Richard Clemence and passed on to a number of owners before finally coming under the ownership of the Historic New England Society. The house was restored to its original stone structure in order to make the public understand about stone houses in an earlier century and was listed on the U.S National Register of Historic Places in the year 1973.
Barrington Preservation Society was inaugurated in 1885 and aims at portraying the history of the town of Barrington. They collect, organize and present documents, collectibles and other data which portrays the rich history and culture of the town. The museum has on display various photographs and official documents dating back to as far 1700's which describes the life and development the town underwent over the ages.
Clouds Hill; located in Warwick, RI was built in the year 1877 and is one of the last existing large scale residential buildings built during the 18th century. The house shows prominent Gothic Revival architecture and has Egyptian themed rooms and Victorian Era designs. Currently the house has been converted into a historic house museum in 2004 and was registered under the National Register of Historic Places in 2014.