This tour will offer an educational primer on different ceramics traditions and include a curator-led tour of the 2015 exhibit, "Fired and Inspired: Ceramics at Rough Point." After the tour, there will be light refreshments in the Great Hall and informal conversations with the curators and educators who developed the exhibit. This program is offered […]
For the past ten years, the Prescott Farm gardens have been a URI Master Gardener project site. On Sunday mornings (weather dependent), the Master Gardeners offer free soil analysis and gardening information. In addition to texture and pH evaluation, the Master Gardeners will offer advice on any gardening, lawn care or other questions you may […]
In partnership with the Newport Art Museum, participate in this small group ceramics class and create a finished piece to take home. Each class features a different instructor and project, and includes two drink tickets. In this session, create ceramic creatures using pinch forming techniques. Space is limited, reserve online at https://www.newportrestoration.org/calendar/details/42421-sip_sculpt.
In partnership with the Newport Art Museum, participate in this small group ceramics class and create a finished piece to take home. Each class features a different instructor and project, and includes two drink tickets. In this session, join Newport ceramicist Valorie Sheehan to create a unique “mother and child” earthenware wall sculpture. Space is […]
In partnership with the Newport Art Museum, participate in this small group ceramics class and create a finished piece to take home. Each class features a different instructor and project, and includes two drink tickets. In this session, join Liz Holstein to create luminaries inspired by Rough Point’s Ming Dynasty wine jar. Space is limited, […]
Not normally open to the public, come enjoy the chance to explore this remarkable home and the legacy of Newport furniture making as NRF staff offer informal tours of the house and neighborhood. We will also be selling autographed copies of "Extraordinary Vision: Doris Duke and the Newport Restoration Foundation." Light refreshments. Free, donations welcome.
Learn about the distinguished design history of this landscape while enjoying exquisite gardens and breathtaking views. Experience the creation of Frederick Law Olmsted who initially designed the grounds. The tour covers 250 years of this beautiful property’s history from farmland to premier vacation spot. Weather dependent, registration available online.
Learn about the distinguished design history of this landscape while enjoying exquisite gardens and breathtaking views. Experience the creation of Frederick Law Olmsted who initially designed the grounds. The tour covers 250 years of this beautiful property’s history from farmland to premier vacation spot. Weather dependent, registration available online.
The documentary film, “Stories in Stones”, explores Narragansett Tribal stonemasons who have built many stonewalls that wind through the woods of southern New England. Following the screening, there will be a Q & A with director Marc Levitt. This lecture is offered in collaboration with the Portsmouth Free Public Library. Space is limited; call 401-683-9457 […]
Learn to build and repair traditional stone walls in this hands-on experience. Join master class instructors Chris and Dan Smith for their 13th year of this active workshop. Reservations are required, register at https://www.newportrestoration.org/calendar/details/42428-stone_wall_workshop.
