Events Calendar

The Preservation Society of Newport County sponsors a full calendar of special events each year. From lectures and films, to the spectacular Newport Flower Show to the glowing holiday lights of December, the Newport Mansions are the setting for unforgettable events and thoughtful educational programs.

Schedule is subject to change.

Upcoming Events
The Noreen Stonor Drexel Preservation Lecture

Tuesday, March 23, 2010
The Rest of Your Life:  Preserving Places Beyond the Immediate Threat by Simeon Bankoff, Executive Director of the New York City Historic Districts Council


Easter Egg Hunt and Brunch

Saturday, April 3, 2010
Meet the Easter Bunny and enjoy brunch at Rosecliff.


The Newport Symposium

Monday, April 26 - Wednesday, April 28, 2010   
Great Designers:  A Colorful History of the Interior


Arbor Day at The Breakers: A Tree Planting and Grounds Tour

Friday, April 30
Watch a tree planting and take a tour of one of Newport's most spectacular Gilded Age landscapes.


Green Animals Plant Sale

Saturday, May 8, 2010    
Think spring!


Lecture Series: Great Newport Landscapes, 1840-1940

Wednesdays, June 16, 23, and 30, July 7, 14, and 21
Learn about the history, design, architecture and social function of 19th century Newport landscapes.


Preservation Society Annual Meeting

Thursday, June 17, 2010    
All members are invited to attend.


Newport Flower Show

Friday, June 25 - Sunday, June 27, 2010
Safari Flora and Fauna


Children's Party at Green Animals Topiary Garden

Wednesday, July 14, 2010   
Come and frolic among the green animals at one of the nation's oldest topiary gardens.


Dinner Dance

Saturday, August 14
Enjoy an elegant evening of dinner and dancing at Marble House.


Newport Mansions Store Warehouse Sale

Friday, August 20 - Saturday, August 21, 2010    
Enjoy 50-75% savings on a variety of merchandise.


10th Annual Golf Outing

Monday, August 23, 2010   
Golf at Newport National Golf Club followed by dinner and auction


End of Summer Members' Sale

Thursday, September 2 - Monday, September 6, 2010
Members enjoy great savings at the Newport Mansions Stores.


Lecture: Peabody and Stearns: An Architect's Sketchbook

Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Learn about the architectural work of Peabody and Stearns.


Newport Mansions Wine and Food Festival

Friday, September 24 - Sunday, September 26, 2010
Don't miss a remarkable food and wine experience.


Members' Sale at the Newport Mansions Stores

Thursday, November 18 - Sunday, November 21, 2010
Preservation Society members enjoy 25% savings on all purchases, and special events all weekend.


Christmas at the Newport Mansions

Saturday, November 20, 2010 - Sunday, January 2, 2011
Visit the Newport Mansions for the holidays!


Newport Mansions Stores Warehouse Sale

Friday, December 10 - Saturday, December 11, 2010
Enjoy year-end savings on selected merchandise.


Holiday Dinner Dance at The Breakers

Saturday, December 18, 2010  
Join us to celebrate the holidays!


NEWPORT MANSIONS is a registered trademark of The Preservation Society of Newport County. Our tickets should not be presented at any other mansion in Newport except The Breakers, Chateau-sur-Mer, Chepstow, The Elms, Green Animals Topiary Garden, Hunter House, Isaac Bell House, Kingscote, Marble House, and Rosecliff.