On West Main Road (Rhode Island Route 114), on the right when traveling north.
In this house the British General Prescott was taken prisoner on the night of July 9, 1777 by Lieutenant-Colonel Barton of the Rhode Island Line. — — Map (db m48060) HM
On West Main Road (Rhode Island Route 114) south of Freedom Trail Drive, on the right when traveling north.
While many Rhode Islanders protested violently against British laws in the 1770s, about half of Newport's population remained loyal to the Crown, including Henry Overing who owned the blue house to the left ans surrounding farm.
Because of . . . — — Map (db m312223) HM
On West Main Road (Rhode Island Route 114) south of Freedom Trail Drive, on the left when traveling south.
The Newport Restoration Foundation maintains this 40-acre site to provide a glimpse into Aquidneck Island's rural past. The area shaded in green on this map is open to the public from dawn to dusk. The Nichols-Overing house and other buildings . . . — — Map (db m311567) HM
On West Main Road (Rhode Island Route 114) south of Freedom Trail Drive, on the left when traveling south.
You could not travel far on Aquidneck Island without seeing a windmill in the 1700-1800s.
Lacking the rapid rivers that powered industry elsewhere, coastal Rhode Islanders captured the ocean wind to power gristmills that ground corn and . . . — — Map (db m312231) HM
Near Fort Adams Drive, on the left when traveling north.
Imagine this twenty acre fort filled to capacity: 2,400 soldiers here to defend Newport with 468 cannon sited along the most probable attack routes. Though designed to house an imposing force, Fort Adams was normally garrisoned with several . . . — — Map (db m48125) HM
On Mount Vernon Street north of Barney Street, on the right when traveling south.
This was the home of Mr. Smith until his death in 1886. As a Real Estate Broker he helped to develop the land along Bellevue Avenue.
This property has been
placed on the
National Register
of Historic Places
by the United States . . . — — Map (db m223109) HM
On Spring Street at Barney Street, on the left when traveling north on Spring Street.
Celebrating the founding of Newport, religious liberty and the separation of church and state 1639
It is agreed and ordered that this south west end of the island, shall be called Newport and that the towne shall be built upon . . . — — Map (db m251394) HM
On School Street south of Mary Street, on the left when traveling north.
In 1653 settler-colonists laid claim to "Sowams," the ancestral home of the Pokanoket. Though the Pokanoket never relinquished their claim, settler-colonists soon occupied the land, including modern-day Barrington. Among these settler-colonists were . . . — — Map (db m251357) HM
Near Fort Adams Drive, on the left when traveling north.
The Bay Islands Park, managed by the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management, consists of nine sites that extend from Patience Island in the upper bay to Beavertail and Brenton Point overlooking Rhode Island Sound. Each of the nine . . . — — Map (db m48451) HM
On Bellevue Avenue at John Street, on the left when traveling north on Bellevue Avenue. Reported permanently removed.
In the 1840s, Alfred Smith from Middletown, working as a tailor in New York City, returned to Newport. His clients had been inquiring about real estate in Newport, and Smith intended to capitalize on their interest. He and farmer Joseph Bailey . . . — — Map (db m251311) HM
On Bellevue Avenue north of John Street, on the right when traveling south.
The Newport Historical Society invites you to Walk Newport's History and discover our city's rich past by exploring its historic buildings and landscape. This self-guided walking tourwith signs scattered throughout Newport's historic . . . — — Map (db m312235) HM
On Commercial Wharf at America's Cup Avenue ( Route 138A), on the left when traveling west on Commercial Wharf.
Bells have long been a symbol of significance in maritime history. They are used to note the arrival of notable guests, mark the daily routine aboard naval vessels, and serve as warning signals in the fog. — — Map (db m223194) HM
Near Fort Adams Drive, on the left when traveling north.
Fort Adams often was dubbed the country club of the army, especially by those officers and enlisted men who were assigned to it after duty in foreign areas. And its peacetime background was dotted with stories of high society . . . — — Map (db m48233) HM
Near Fort Adams State Park, on the left when traveling north.
1. Ferry Increasing numbers of Rhode Islanders board cruise boats and ferries to get out of the Bay. These ferries are reminiscent of the pleasure steamboats that were so common on Narragansett Bay one hundred years ago. 2. Fast . . . — — Map (db m56460) HM
In Honor of Ernest Coggeshall, Jr. 9/2/15 – 4/27/95 Capt. Joseph X. “Jay” OBrien, Jr. 4/21/54 – 12/16/90 Dad, Mom and Family [ Right Side of Monument : ] James Wah Gin Wong 1918 – 1993 Stephen Joseph . . . — — Map (db m48922) HM
Governor Philip W. Noel Lt. Governor J. Joseph Garrahy Director Dennis J. Murphy, Jr. Sen. Erich A. OD. Taylor, President Sen. Robert J. McKenna Mayor Humphrey J. Donnelly, III Committee Chairman James Thomson Douglas Agnes R. Curtis . . . — — Map (db m48973) HM
Near Fort Adams Drive, on the left when traveling north.
U.S. army officer, Joseph G. Totten superintended the construction of Fort Adams beginning in 1825. He oversaw all details of construction until 1838, when he was appointed as the first Chief Engineer of the newly created Army Corps of Engineers. [ . . . — — Map (db m48181) HM
On Elm Street west of 2nd Street, on the left when traveling west.
This property has been
placed on the
National Register
of Historic Places
by the United States
Department of the Interior
Captain Phillips Hosue
Built cir 1730
Bought in 1806 by
Samuel Phillips, Mariner
Moved . . . — — Map (db m223237) HM
Near Fort Adams Drive, on the left when traveling north.
The late 19th century saw revolutionary changes in both weapons and strategies of defense. Steam powered ships with high velocity naval guns could now bring the walls down and rendered forts obsolete. To remedy the risk, Fort Adams expanded outside . . . — — Map (db m48230) HM
On Bellevue Avenue at Leroy Avenue, on the left when traveling south on Bellevue Avenue.
The buildings surrounding Chateau-sur-Mer capture the spirit of Newport in the High Victorian era. This block preserves one of the greatest concentrations of Victorian architecture and landscape design in Newport from the period 1850 to 1890. The . . . — — Map (db m48609) HM
On Division Street south of Church Street, on the left when traveling south.
Christopher Ellery House
has been placed on the
National Register
of Historic Places
by the United States
Department of the Interior
c 1750 — — Map (db m223142) HM
On Thames Street at Dennison Street, on the left when traveling north on Thames Street.
This property has been
placed on the
National Register
of
Historic Places
by the United States
Department of the Interior
Clarke Burdick House
c. 1835
NRF
Founded by Doris . . . — — Map (db m312269) HM
On Bannister's Wharf west of America's Cup Avenue ( Route 138A), on the left when traveling west.
Clarke Cooke
House
circa 1780
This property has been
placed on the
National Register
of Historic Places
by the United States
Department of the Interior — — Map (db m223200) HM
Shore Restoration and Protection
Newport, Rhode Island
1984-1985
Funded by the National Park Service-
Land and Water Conservation Fund,
The State of Rhode Island and
The City of Newport
Patrick G. Kirby, Mayor
City Council Members . . . — — Map (db m115160) HM
On Corne Street at Mill Street, on the left when traveling south on Corne Street.
Home of the artist Michel Felice Corne who introduced the tomato into this country.
Michele Felice Cornθ House
2 Corne Street
has been placed on the
National Register
of Historic Places
by the United States
Department . . . — — Map (db m223150) HM
Near Fort Adams Drive, on the left when traveling north.
Think about how difficult a land attack against Fort Adams would be. First, you would have to capture the Redoubt, located a quarter mile to the south. You would then have to charge up the sloping glacis to the Southern front. Finally, you would . . . — — Map (db m48138) HM
Near Fort Adams Drive, on the left when traveling north.
During the 19th century, Newport was the only deep water harbor between New York and Boston which could serve as a base for a large fleet of warships. Fort Adams was located at a crucial point where it could prevent the entry of enemy warships into . . . — — Map (db m48129) HM
Near Fort Adams Drive, on the left when traveling north.
During the 19th century, Newport was the only deep water harbor between New York and Boston which could serve as a base for a large fleet of warships. Fort Adams was located at a crucial point where it could prevent the entry of enemy warships into . . . — — Map (db m48235) HM
On Bull Street at Broadway, on the right when traveling west on Bull Street.
As a tribute to those men of Newport who gave their lives during the World War
1917 - 1918
This monument is erected and their names inscribed thereon by their comrades of Newport Post Number 7
American Legion
November 11 1923 . . . — — Map (db m252233) WM
Near King Street at Jones Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
Edward King House
has been designated a
Registered National
Historic Landmark
under the provisions of the Historic Sites Act of August 21, 1935. This site possesses exceptional value in commemorating or illustrating the history of . . . — — Map (db m251341) HM
In loving memory of the 217 family members and friends lost on EgyptAir Flight 990 ca 60 miles south of Nantucket IslandOctober 31, 1999 ♦ ♦ ♦ May Gods eternal light shine on them ♦ ♦ ♦ They are not . . . — — Map (db m278459) HM
On Equality Park Place at Broadway, on the right when traveling north on Equality Park Place.
Equality Park is a triangular shaped park bounded by Equality Park West, Equality Park Place and Broadway. It is one of three Broadway Parks, the other two being on the east side of Broadway. These two parks are both titled Congdon Park and . . . — — Map (db m223286) HM
On Equality Park West at Gould Street, on the left when traveling south on Equality Park West.
On this old common the boats of H.M.S. Liberty were burned on July 19, 1769 by the citizens of Newport, who had previously fired upon and destroyed the sloop. This was the first overt act of violence to Great Britain in America. — — Map (db m223295) HM
On Fort Adams Drive, on the left when traveling north.
Statesman ~ Legislator Teacher ~ Patriot 1st Chairman – Fort Adams Foundation May 18, 1972 A dynamic force for the preservation of Fort Adams with a determination as unyielding as this granite block. — — Map (db m48444) HM
On Mill Street east of Thames Street, on the right when traveling east.
Fire Station No. 1
25 Mill Street
has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior
Built by the City of Newport in 1885, Fire Station No. 1 housed Old Torrent No. 1 which was . . . — — Map (db m312271) HM
History you can Touch Explore the casemates where the big guns once roared. Discover how 8 soldiers worked together to load and fire each cannon. Step into the quarters where the soldiers and their families lived. Ascend to the scenic . . . — — Map (db m48249) HM
On Fort Adams Drive, on the left when traveling north.
History you can Touch Explore the casemates where the big guns once roared. Discover how 8 soldiers worked together to load and fire each cannon. Step into the quarters where the soldiers and their families lived. Ascend to the scenic . . . — — Map (db m48276) HM
Near Fort Adams Drive, on the left when traveling north.
History you can Touch Explore the casemates where the big guns once roared. Discover how 8 soldiers worked together to load and fire each cannon. Step into the quarters where the soldiers and their families lived. Ascend to the scenic . . . — — Map (db m48284) HM
Near Fort Adams Drive, on the left when traveling north.
To honor the members of the Fort Adams Foundation May 4, 1976 Governor Philip W. Noel Lt. Governor J. Joseph Garrahy Director Dennis J. Murphy, Jr. George E. Howarth, 1st Commandant Sen. Erich A. OD. Taylor, President Sen. Robert J. McKenna Rep. . . . — — Map (db m48971) HM
Near Bellevue Avenue south of Memorial Boulevard, on the left when traveling south.
Winner of
3 Wimbledon Championships, 1934, '35, '36
3 U.S. Championships, 1933, '34, '36
1 French Championship, 1935
34 Davis Cup Singles Matches, 1931-1936
2 U.S. Professional Championships, 1938, '41
Near Fort Adams Drive, on the left when traveling north.
Picture this space in action as gun crews drilled in live fire exercises the booming noise of cannon, the thick smoke, the smell of burnt powder, and the shouting of commands. This casemate, a chamber with openings for cannons, could house two . . . — — Map (db m48333) HM
On Marlborough Street at Farewell Street, on the left when traveling east on Marlborough Street.
In 1639, Helen and Nicholas Easton, John Clarke, William Coddington and others left Portsmouth, the settlement founded in 1638 by Anne Hutchinson and others on the northern end of Aquidneck Island. They came south and founded Newport. Newports . . . — — Map (db m48498) HM
On Mount Vernon Street north of Barney Street, on the right when traveling south.
Site of First Catholic Church in Rhode Island
1828
Final resting place of many of Newport's earliest Irish residents.
The oldest marked burial is 1830, the most recent 1853.
Although Rhode Island is well known for its . . . — — Map (db m223110) HM
On Washington Street at Elm Street, on the right when traveling south on Washington Street.
has been designated a Registered National Historic Landmark Under the provisions of the Historic Sites Act of August 21, 1935 this site possesses exceptional value in commemorating and illustrating the history of the United States U.S. . . . — — Map (db m48093) HM
On Bellevue Avenue south of Memorial Boulevard West ( Route 138A), on the right when traveling north. Reported permanently removed.
You are standing at the entrance to the Newport Casino, a National Historic Landmark that now houses the International Tennis Hall of Fame.
The Casino was built in 1880 as a social club for Newport's wealthy summer residents. The name of the . . . — — Map (db m115200) HM
On Bellevue Avenue just south of William Street, on the right when traveling north. Reported permanently removed.
You are standing at the entrance to the Newport Casino, a National Historic Landmark, now home to the International Tennis Hall of Fame. Built in 1880 as a social club, the name of the property is not indicative of gambling. "Casino" is derived . . . — — Map (db m251314) HM
On Bellevue Avenue north of Jones Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
You are standing at the entrance to the Newport Casino, a National Historic Landmark, now home to the International Tennis Hall of Fame. Built in 1880 as a social club, the name is not indicative of gambling. "Casino" is derived from the Italian . . . — — Map (db m311570) HM
On Old Fort Road at Carroll Avenue, on the left when traveling south on Old Fort Road.
In Memory Of
J. Joseph M. Martin
1874 - 1933
Veteran of Spanish - American War
Company F. 1st Rhode Island U.S. Volunteer Infantry
Member Of
1901 - Common Council - 1907
1907 - Representative Council - 1916
1917 - Board of . . . — — Map (db m88700) HM WM
Near Bellevue Avenue south of Memorial Boulevard, on the right when traveling north.
Founder
International Tennis Hall of Fame
1954
Father of the tie-breaker
and VASSS Simplified Scoring ,br>
Tennis never had a better friend — — Map (db m312253) HM
On Thames Street at Cross Street, on the left when traveling south on Thames Street.
This property has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places The James Nicoll House c. 1750 by the United States Department of the Interior — — Map (db m48687) HM
On Broadway just north of Stone Street, on the left when traveling south.
In Honor of the late Jean E. Hicks
Founder of the New Visions for Newport County, Inc. Community Health Center in 1972
Executive Director of New Visions from 1986 to 1994
In recognition of her outstanding service and commitment to . . . — — Map (db m251398) HM
This property has been
placed on the
National Register
of
Historic Places
by the United States
Department of the Interior
Joseph Record House
1835
NRF
Founded by Doris Duke . . . — — Map (db m312266) HM
On Bellevue Avenue at East Bowery Street, on the right when traveling north on Bellevue Avenue.
Kingscote was among the earliest summer cottages built in Newport and represents the first wave of the "cottage boom." Newport became the place to build the most innovative designs in American domestic architecture as the rich, fashionable, and . . . — — Map (db m251339) HM
Near Fort Adams Drive, on the left when traveling north.
I did not have far or long to look, because, being the junior officer of the garrison I could displace no other, and besides, there was but one casemate available for me to choose from . . . A good sweeping and a little glazing of broken . . . — — Map (db m48130) HM
Near Warner Street, on the left when traveling east.
In memory of Maj. Gen. Isaac Ingalls Stevens Born in Andover, Mass. Who gave to the service of his country a quick and comprehensive mind, a warm and generous heart, a firm will and a strong arm, and who fell while rallying his command with the flag . . . — — Map (db m48625) HM
Mary Ferrazzoli (1928-1994) was the visionary leader who founded the Friends of the Waterfront in 1982. She vigorously championed public access and stood firmly opposed to the commercial overdevelopment of the Newport waterfront blocking public . . . — — Map (db m189622) HM
On Wellington Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
[ South side : ] Near this spot the French army of 6000 men led by General Rochambeau our allies in the War for Independence first set foot upon American soil July XIII 1780 [ East side : ] I welcome the news of your arrival A . . . — — Map (db m49054) HM
On Marlborough Street at Meeting Street, on the right when traveling east on Marlborough Street.
This piece of land was given to the town of Newport by Major Nathaniel Sheffield and Mr. Daniel Thurston as common land to be used as a mustering place for the militia. This marker dedicated by the Artillery Company of Newport on their 250th year . . . — — Map (db m48096) HM
