February 27th, 2025
A loving restoration brings Belmont Chapel back to life
From Ruins to Reverence in the heart of Newport’s historic Island Cemetery
January 10th, 2025
Check out these historic burial sites in Newport!
A guide to 22 burial grounds in Newport, plus fun facts and additional information
November 8th, 2024
Rose Island is rich in history, preservation, and a new generation of community
There’s one word most often used to describe a visit to this semi-remote island: special
July 25th, 2024
“A Name, A Voice, A Life” – Newport Historical Society showcases Black history
A new database and exhibit at the Newport Historical Society explore local Black history from the 17th-19th centuries
June 25th, 2024
Hallowed Ground: The U.S. Senior Open tees off at Newport Country Club
When the 44th U.S. Senior Open tees off at Newport Country Club in June, it’ll be a marriage of past and present
January 11th, 2024
A Forgotten Story: The Celestial City-by-the-Sea
An exhibition at Rosecliff examines the centuries-old relationship between China and Newport
November 15th, 2023
Weird, Wonderful, Obscure: New book explores Rhode Island’s quirks & history
Bob Curley wrote a book, just recently published: “Secret Rhode Island: A guide to the weird, wonderful, and obscure.”
May 11th, 2023
Salve Celebrates 75 years: Leadership, Stewardship, Mercy and the Acoustics of Faith
Salve Regina University marks its 75th year with an unbroken commitment to its roots and a strong sense of direction going forward
March 16th, 2023
“Our blood type is grit”
Newport Hospital has served the community for 150 years — and counting
February 9th, 2023
Biographies of prominent African heritage men & women of Newport’s past
Seven notable persons whose lives & work impacted society in Newport & beyond
February 9th, 2023
The Story of Newport: An African heritage perspective
African heritage people have played a significant role in Newport’s history for centuries
January 10th, 2023
300-YEAR NEWPORT AFRICAN HERITAGE TIMELINE (1639-1939)
A timeline of pivotal moments in history
November 17th, 2022
Making an Unforgettable Impression
From The Gilded Age to Hocus Pocus, Newport is a memorable filming location
November 9th, 2022
From The Bay to The Bar
A new crop of oyster farms and farmers are serving up sweet, salty or savory slurpers, best enjoyed at local raw bars
October 27th, 2022
Making Passages
The Jamestown Arts Center’s Biennial showcases works that explore the passing of time
September 9th, 2022
A New Gilded Age
A new generation of homeowners is buying and restoring Newport’s gilded mansions
July 28th, 2022
George Wein Remembered at 2022 Newport Jazz Festival
George Wein, who produced the Newport Jazz Festival and Newport Folk Festival for decades, touched many lives
July 25th, 2022
“Dream Come True”: Joni Mitchell Returns to Newport Folk Festival
Joni Mitchell returns to Newport Folk Festival for first time since 1969, joins Brandi Carlile & friends for intimate surprise set
July 1st, 2022
“Photographer of Genius”
Harry Benson, the iconic photojournalist, and his images are the subject of a new exhibit at the Redwood Library & Athenaeum
