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2018 Christmas in Newport
Calendar of Events
 Denotes Children's and family events
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December
1st - Saturday
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Official
Opening of Christmas in Newport, 5:00 p.m., Washington
Sq. Features proclamation from the Mayor, tree lighting, Newport
Artillery cannon salute, music by the Newport Public Schools music
program. Free. 849-6454. www.christmasinnewport.org |
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Newport
Historical Society's Holiday Open House, 3:00 to 5:00
p.m., Newport Colony House at the top of Washington
Sq. Tour the Newport Colony House before the Christmas in
Newport Official Opening Ceremony and enjoy the sounds of 18th century
caroling performed by costumed interpreters from the Second
Massachusetts Regiment. Learn the origins of the songs and where they
would have been sung. Donations welcome. 401-846-0813 and
401-841-8770. |
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18th
Annual Lucy’s Hearth Designer Wreath Sale, 9-12 p.m.,
Rotunda at Easton’s Beach. Christmas wreaths and table top decorations
created by designers, artists, gardeners and florists from the
community. Also gourmet sweets bake sale. All proceeds go to Lucy’s
Hearth. |
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Annual
Newport Hospital Auxiliary Holiday Craft Fair and Bake Sale,
9
a.m-4 p.m. At the Middletown Knights of Columbus Hall, 7 Valley Rd,
Middletown.
Local Artisans and scrumptious baked goods. Free. 845-1638.
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Rough Point Holiday,
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. With tours offered on the half hour with the first
floor open for roaming at your leasure, Rough Point Museum, 680
Bellevue Ave. Experience Doris Duke's Newport home during the darkest
and merriest days of the year.
Adults $10, children 12 years and under, Free.
847-8344. www.newportrestoration.org |
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Trinity
Church Christmas Silver Tea, 1-4 p.m., Honyman Hall,
Trinity
Church, Queen Anne Sq. Holiday high tea. $12. 846-0660. www.trinitynewport.org |
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Caroling
and Crafting with the Newport County Youth Chorus and Emmanuel Church,
2:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Emmanuel Church, 42 Dearborn St. An afternoon of
free family fun; holiday caroling, crafts, dancing and treats. Free.
401-847-0675
NewportCountyYouthChorus@gmail.com
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Newport
County Orchestra in Concert, 3 p.m., Casino Theatre, 9
Freebody St. Classical and holiday music sponsored by the Salve Regina
University Music Dept. $10 admission, seniors/students $8.
401-341-2297, or email: www.salve.edu/music-theater-and-dance.org
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Newport
Historical Society’s Holiday Open House, TBA p.m.,
Tour the Colony House before the Christmas in Newport official opening
ceremony. Enjoy the sounds of 18th century caroling performed by
costumed interpreters. Learn the origins of the songs and where they
would have been sung. Donations welcome. 846-0813 and 841-8770. |
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48th
Annual Bowen’s Wharf Tree Lighting and Open House,
America’s Cup Ave., Frosty the Snowman and caroling starting
at 4:30p.m. Santa and Mrs. Claus. Live music and tree lighting at 6:00
p.m.. Free. (401) 849-3478. www.bowenswharf.com |
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Judging
of the Newport Doorway Contest, deadline is Thursday,
December 13th to enter. Judging takes place on Friday the 145th.
Register
your home or business at info@christmasinnewport.org.
Categories are: Residential, Restaurant, Bed & Breakfast and
Commercial. Please List: Category, Name, Address and DOOR COLOR. Please
use natural materials/decorations. |
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December
2nd - Sunday
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Visit
with Santa Claus at the Breakers,
Noon - 3:00 pm, 44 Ochre Point Ave. The jolly old elf will visit with
children and hear their Christmas wish list. Bring the kids and your
camera for a great photo op! (401) 847-1000. www.newportmansions.org |
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Christmas
at Whitehall Museum House,
2-4 p.m., Whitehall Museum House, 311 Berkeley Ave., Middletown. Enjoy
wassial and Christmas treats while viewing 18th century Whitehall by
candlelight. Sponsored by the Colonial Dames of R. I. Free, donations
welcome. 401-848-2351. www.WhitehallMuseumHouse.org |
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Newport
Community Band/Salve Regina Jazz Ensemble in Concert, 3
p.m., Casino Theatre,
9 Freebody St. SRU Newport Community Band and Jazz Ensemble, performing
holiday favorites. Admission $10, seniors and
students $8. 401-341-2297, www.salve.edu/music-theater-and-dance.org |
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Judging
of the Newport Doorway Contest, deadline is Thursday,
December 13th to enter. Judging takes place on Friday the 14th.
Register
your home or business at info@christmasinnewport.org.
Categories are: Residential, Restaurant, Bed & Breakfast and
Commercial. Please List Category, Name, Address and DOOR COLOR. Please
use natural materials/decorations. |
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December
3rd - Monday
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Judging
of the Newport Doorway Contest, deadline is Thursday,
December 13th to enter. Judging takes place on Friday the 14th.
Register
your home or business at info@christmasinnewport.org.
Categories are: Residential, Restaurant, Bed & Breakfast and
Commercial. Please List Category, Name, Address and DOOR COLOR. Please
use natural materials/decorations. |
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December
4th - Tuesday
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Judging
of the Newport Doorway Contest, deadline is Thursday,
December 13th to enter. Judging takes place on Friday the 14th.
Register
your home or business at info@christmasinnewport.org.
Categories are: Residential, Restaurant, Bed & Breakfast and
Commercial. Please List Category, Name, Address and DOOR COLOR. Please
use natural materials/decorations. |
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December
5th - Wednesday
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Judging
of the Newport Doorway Contest, deadline is Thursday,
December 13th to enter. Judging takes place on Friday the 14th.
Register
your home or business at info@christmasinnewport.org.
Categories are: Residential, Restaurant, Bed & Breakfast and
Commercial. Please List Category, Name, Address and DOOR COLOR. Please
use natural materials/decorations. |
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December
6th - Thursday
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Judging
of the Newport Doorway Contest, deadline is Thursday,
December 13th to enter. Judging takes place on Friday the 14th.
Register
your home or business at info@christmasinnewport.org.
Categories are: Residential, Restaurant, Bed & Breakfast and
Commercial. Please List Category, Name, Address and DOOR COLOR. Please
use natural materials/decorations. |
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December
7th -Friday
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St.
George’s School Service of Lessons & Carols, 372
Purgatory Rd., Middletown, 7:30 p.m. The birth of Jesus is told by
lesson and song. Congregational singing and carols by the school choir
and hand bell choir. Free. 842-6736.
www.stgeorges.edu |
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Judging
of the Newport Doorway Contest, deadline is Thursday,
December 13th to enter. Judging takes place on Friday the 14th.
Register
your home or business at info@christmasinnewport.org.
Categories are: Residential, Restaurant, Bed & Breakfast and
Commercial. Please List Category, Name, Address and DOOR COLOR. Please
use natural materials/decorations. |
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December
8th - Saturday
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Holiday
Open House at Redwood Library & Athenaeum, 11:00
a.m.-1:00
p.m., 50 Bellevue Ave. Chariho High School Choir, a pop-up exhibition
of selected treasures from the vault, Christmas book display, scavenger
hunt, children's crafts and refreshments. Free. 401-847-0292.
www.RedwoodLibrary.org |
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Newport
Music Festival Presents A Musical Christmas, 7:30 p.m.
St. Mary's Church, 12 Williams St. This heartwarming Christmas concert
will delight young and old. Performers include Trevor Neal. Enjoy harp,
piano, organ, and percussion accompanied by the children's choirs from
St. Mary's and St. John's churches. Adults $25, children $10 and St.
Mary's Parishioners $10. 401-849-0992. Tickets at
www.newportmusic.org St. Mary's parishioners should call the
box office to purchase. |
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Judging
of the Newport Doorway Contest, deadline is Thursday,
December 13th to enter. Judging takes place on Friday the 14th.
Register
your home or business at info@christmasinnewport.org.
Categories are: Residential, Restaurant, Bed & Breakfast and
Commercial. Please List Category, Name, Address and DOOR COLOR. Please
use natural materials/decorations. |
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December
9th - Sunday
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Visit
with Santa Claus at Marble House,
Noon - 3:00 pm, Bellevue Ave. The jolly old elf will visit with
children and hear their Christmas wish list. Bring the kids and your
camera for a great photo op! (401) 847-1000. www.newportmansions.org |
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Traditional
Christmas Tea at St. Columba’s Chapel Parish Hall, 2-4
p.m.,Seatings at 2 & 3 pm, 55 Vaucluse Ave., Middletown. Bring
your friends and enjoy an oasis of calm in a busy season. Gift Shop.
$12 adults,
$6 children under 12. 846-3502. www.stcolumbaschapel.org |
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Christmas
Open House at Glen Manor House, 2-4 p.m., 3 Frank Coelho
Dr., Portsmouth. Free. 683-4177. info@glenmanorhouse.com |
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Newport
Music Festival Presents A Musical Christmas, 2:00 p.m.
St. Mary's Church, 12 Williams St. This heartwarming Christmas concert
will delight young and old. Performers include Trevor Neal. Enjoy harp,
piano, organ, and percussion accompanied by the children's choirs from
St. Mary's and St. John's churches. Adults $25, children $10 and St.
Mary's Parishioners $10. 401-849-0992. Tickets at
www.newportmusic.org St. Mary's parishioners should call the
box office to purchase. |
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Music
of the Season, 7 p.m., First Presbyterian Church,
Broadway at Everett St. An opportunity to sing some favorite carols.
Free. 847-1749.
music@FPCNEWPORT.ORG.
In the event of inclement weather the re-schedule date is
Dec. 16th. |
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Judging
of the Newport Doorway Contest, deadline is Thursday,
December 13th to enter. Judging takes place on Friday the 14th.
Register
your home or business at info@christmasinnewport.org.
Categories are: Residential, Restaurant, Bed & Breakfast and
Commercial. Please List Category, Name, Address and DOOR COLOR. Please
use natural materials/decorations. |
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December
10th - Monday
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Christmas
Concert at jesus Saviour Church, 6:30 p.m., 509
Broadway,
to benefit Society of St. Vincent de Paul. Wakefield Concert Band. $10
847-1267.
coachmv@cox.net |
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Judging
of the Newport Doorway Contest, deadline is Thursday,
December 13th to enter. Judging takes place on Friday the 14th.
Register
your home or business at info@christmasinnewport.org.
Categories are: Residential, Restaurant, Bed & Breakfast and
Commercial. Please List Category, Name, Address and DOOR COLOR. Please
use natural materials/decorations. |
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December
11th - Tuesday
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106th
Annual Medieval Christmas Pageant,, St. George’s School
Chapel, 372 Purgatory Rd., Middletown, 7:30 p.m. Candlelit service of
the portrayal of the Christmas story. Free. 842-6736.
www.stgeorges.edu |
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Judging
of the Newport Doorway Contest, deadline is Thursday,
December 13th to enter. Judging takes place on Friday the 14th.
Register
your home or business at info@christmasinnewport.org.
Categories are: Residential, Restaurant, Bed & Breakfast and
Commercial. Please List Category, Name, Address and DOOR COLOR. Please
use natural materials/decorations. |
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December
12th - Wednesday
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WADK
Radio Annual Christmas Concert,, 7:00 pm. Newport
Marriot, 25 America's Cup Ave. Larry Brown Swinglane Orchestra and
local community choral group. Free but donations of non-perishable food
items for the Martin Luther King Center appreciated.
401-846-1540.
www.WADK.com or bangel@3gbroadcasting.com |
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Judging
of the Newport Doorway Contest, deadline is Thursday,
December 13th to enter. Judging takes place on Friday the 14th.
Register
your home or business at info@christmasinnewport.org.
Categories are: Residential, Restaurant, Bed & Breakfast and
Commercial. Please List Category, Name, Address and DOOR COLOR. Please
use natural materials/decorations. |
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December
13th - Thursday
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Caroling
on Broadway, 3:30 pm. Starting at the Colony House and
sponsored by the Off Broadway Neighborhood Assoc. Join local musician
Christopher Carbone, Thompson Middle School chorus and OBNA in a
caroling along Broadway. All are welcome to participate. 401-481-5135. www.obna@amyhoag.com |
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Student's
Impressions of Christmas in Newport,
5:30 pm, Newport Yacht Club, 110 Long Wharf. Students K-12 art exhibit,
commemorative Christmas in Newport postmark by United States Postal
Service. Free, light refreshments. 846-9410 www.clubstweard@newportyachtclub.org
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Judging
of the Newport Doorway Contest, DEADLINE IS TODAY to
enter. Judging takes place on Friday the 14th.
Register
your home or business at info@christmasinnewport.org.
Categories are: Residential, Restaurant, Bed & Breakfast and
Commercial. Please List Category, Name, Address and DOOR COLOR. Please
use natural materials/decorations. |
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December
14th - Friday
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Christmas
in Song by the Newport Navy Choristers, 7:30
p.m. St.
Barnabus Church, 1697 East Main Rd., Portsmouth. Concert to benefit
Kate Grana Music and Arts Assoc. Portsmouth High School. Admission:
Adults $15.00, Students $10.00.
401-849-1135. www.NewportNavyChoristers.org |
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December
15th - Saturday
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December
16th - Sunday
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Visit
with Santa Claus at The Elms,
Noon - 3:00 pm, Bellevue Ave. The jolly old elf will visit with
children and hear their Christmas wish list. Bring the kids and your
camera for a great photo op! (401) 847-1000. www.newportmansions.org |
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Rhode
Island Ballet Theater Presents "Newport Holiday", a Family Dnace
Concert, 4:00
p.m., Casino Theater, 9 Freebody St., Includes dances from The
Nutcracker and Elf on the Shelf. Admission $25. Reserved Seating.
401-847-5301.
www.riballet.org or ribt-nm@cox.net
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Live Nativity at St. Peter's Lutheran Church, 4:00
p.m., 525 Broadway, Newport Hear the Voices of Unity from Zion and the
Community Baptist Church 4:15 p.m. Dress up and be part of the live
Nativity, Crafts, Refreshments, photo opportunities, 5:45 p.m. sing
your
favorite carols with the angels. In the event of inclement weather,
activities will be held inside. Free.
www.stpetersri.org |
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December
17th - Monday
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December
18th - Tuesday
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December
19th - Wednesday
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December
20th - Thursday
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December
21st - Friday
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December
22nd - Saturday
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26th
Annual "Messiah and Carol Sing: The Christmas Story", 7:00
pm., Emmanuel Church, Spring and Dearborn Streets. This beloved
Christmas in Newport tradition will feature the Christmas portion of
Handel's Messiah, as well as carols, organ selections, and the telling
of the Christmas Story. Bring a score to sing along or just immerse
yourself in the gloious sounds of the season. Children 12 an under $5
and $30 per family (2 Adults and Children). 401-682-1630. www.swanhurst.org |
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December
23rd - Suuday
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December
24th - Monday
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CHRISTMAS
EVE SERVICES ISLAND CHURCHES |
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December
25th - Tuesday
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JOYOUS CHRISTMAS TO ALL
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December
26th - Wednesday
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December
27th - Thursday
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December
28th - Friday
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December
29th - Saturday
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December
30th - Sunday
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Christmas
on Historic Hill: A Service of Nine Lessons and Carols at Trinity
Church, One Queen Anne Sq., 4 p.m. A holiday tradition!
Join the choir of Trinity and the Newport Community Youth
Choir in a
festive celebration of Christmas. Free will
offering to support Martin Luther King Center. 846-0660. www.trinitynewport.org |
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December
31st - Monday
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ADDITIONAL
ATTRACTIONS
Newport
Nutcracket at Rosecliff, Nov. 23-30, Various times.
Island Moving Company's 17th annual holiday traditional ballet
performed throughout the first floor of Rosecliff. $60 for children 6
and older. Adults $95-$160. 401-8479-4470, reservations suggested www.islandmovingco.org
Gingerbread
Lighthouse: A Sugar and Spice and Everything Gingerbread Creation, Dec.
TBA - Jan 1st. Time TBA Displayed at the Newport Visitor Information
and Transportation Center, 23 America's Cup Ave. The 16 foot tall
lighthouse made of 350 pounds of gingerbread and over 2,400 pieces of
candy is created by the culinary staff of the Newport Marriot in
conjunction with Discover Newport. Free to view but visitors
are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food item to fillthe sleigh
for local community food pantries. 401-849-8048 www.DiscoverNewport.org
Museum
and
Shop at the Brick Market, 127 Thames St., open daily 10
a.m. in December (closed 2:00p.m. on 12/24 and 12/31. Closed 12/25,
open 12-5 New Year's Day). Award winning museum offers an
introduction to Newport’s history and architecture from the 1600s
through the Gilded Age. Donation suggested. Holiday gifts related to
Newport’s history. 841-8770. www.newporthistory.org/museum-shop/museum-of-newport-history
Holiday
Lantern Walking Tours, 4:00 p.m., sponsored by the
Newport Historical Society. Dec. 1,7,8,14,15,21,22,28, 29. 4:00 pm
Departing from the Museum at Brick Market, 127 Thames St. Hear the
history of early
American holiday traditions on an evening walking tour. Learn how
Colonial Newporters recognized (or didn't) the holidays. $15 adults,
$10 for NHS members and active duty military with ID, $5 children ages
5-12. Reservations required. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets at departure point or online http://newporthistorytours.org.
Newport
Historical Society Discover Colonial Newport Walking Tour,
10:30 a.m., Dec. 1,8,15,22,29. Departing from the Museum at Brick
Market, 127 Thames St. $15 adults,
$10 for NHS members and active duty military with ID, $5 children ages
5-12. Reservations required. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets at departure point or online http://newporthistorytours.org.
Newport
Historical Society Golden to Guilded Walking Tour,
10:30 a.m., Dec. 3,9,16,23,30. Departing from the Museum at Brick
Market, 127 Thames St. From Newport's Colonial Golden Age to Guilded
Age summer colony, discover the transformation of the city and it's
people. $15 adults,
$10 for NHS members and active duty military with ID, $5 children ages
5-12. Reservations required. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets at departure point or online http://newporthistorytours.org.
Newport
Historical Society Road to Independence Walking Tour,
10:30 a.m., Dec. 3,10,17,24,31. Departing from the Museum at Brick
Market, 127 Thames St. Riots and rebellions, enemies and allies. Learn
about Newport's role in the American Revolution. $15 adults,
$10 for NHS members and active duty military with ID, $5 children ages
5-12. Reservations required. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets at departure point or online http://newporthistorytours.org.
Newport
Historical Society Rogues and Scoundrels Walking Tour,
10:30 a.m., Dec. 7,14,21,28. Departing from the Museum at Brick
Market, 127 Thames St. See where scoundrels lived, pirates profited and
criminals were punished. Find out why this colony was known as "Rogues
Island". $15 adults,
$10 for NHS members and active duty military with ID, $5 children ages
5-12. Reservations required. Weather permitting. 841-8770. Purchase
tickets at departure point or online http://newporthistorytours.org.
Holiday
Evening Duet at The Elms and Marble House, Dec 15.
Enjoy two houses for the price of one. 6-8 p.m. Take a leisurely
self-guided evening stroll through both Marble House and The Elms,
enjoy live holiday music and refreshments. Adults $35 in advance, $45
at the door, Children 6-17 yrs. $10 in advance, $15 at the door.
847-1000 for reservations.
www.newportmansions.org.
Holiday
Evenings at The Breakers, Nov. 24, Dec. 1,8,22,29.
Live music and Refreshments. 6-8 p.m. Adults $35 in advance, $45
at the door, Children 6-17 yrs. $10 in advance, $15 at the door.
847-1000 for reservations.
www.newportmansions.org.
The
Colony House on Washington Square is decorated on the exterior by the
Newport Garden Club.
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