Home to craftsmen, merchants, religious dissenters and more, the Point neighborhood has a rich colonial history. Tour includes a brief stop inside the parlor of the Christopher Townsend House for a sensory exploration of colonial trade goods. Tour begins at the Brick Market: Museum & Shop, 127 Thames Street. $15 a person/ $12 w/Newport Winter Festival button/$10 with button for repeat tour guests. Weather permitting; space is limited. (401) 841-8770. Presented by Newport History Tours.