A Menagerie of Art at Doris Duke's Mansion Rough Point

Doris Duke was an avid animal enthusiast.  In fact, she even kept two camels at Rough Point!  This personal interest led her to collect a wonderful array of artwork with animal imagery.  Learn more about this special 2008 exhibition...

Walking Tours offered in May

Join the Newport Restoration Foundation and the Newport Historical Society on Saturdays in May for a spring stroll through Newport's wonderful historic neighborhoods.  A full schedule of tours begins on June 16.  more...

Gallery Night at Rough Point

New in 2008 - Rough Point is participating in Newport Gallery Night, held on the 2nd Thursday of each month from 5:00-8:00. Come tour the exhibit Zoo in the House: Animals in the Doris Duke Art Collection.   more...

NRF Honored for 40 Years of Preservation Work

The RI Historic Preservation & Heritage Commission will honor NRF with the Stewardship Award at Rhode Island’s 23rd Annual Statewide Historic Preservation Conference on Saturday, April 12. Read the press release.