The Newport Folk Festival started in 1959 thanks to George Wein, the founder of the Newport Jazz Festival, with help from Pete Seeger. After a bit of a hiatus in the 1970s, the festival returned and has been held at Fort Adams State Park annually since 1985. The...
You have been itching to plan a getaway and Newport is eager to host you. Things are opening back up. The new governor recently gave the go-ahead for some festivals. Restaurants have lots of options based on your comfort level. What are you waiting for? Reserve that...
As we head towards warmer weather, it is time to start thinking about one of the best ways to see Newport and the surround the area – by bicycle. There are unforgettable views to witness and a rich architectural heritage to explore. You can easily cover a lot of...
Newport and nearby Jamestown are home to many art galleries. A quick perusal will lead to everything from traditional to whimsical to nostalgic to quirky. Choosing a piece of art while on vacation is the perfect gift for yourself. Every time you see the art on your...
The Newport Daffodil Days Festival is a spring highlight every year. The festival was to be held April 9-18, 2021 but has been cancelled due to state and local health guidelines. While we will all miss the excitement of the festival, this also opens up the opportunity...
Spring is a time when the world wakes back up. Everything seems brighter, more colorful, and, of course, warmer. Newport provides so many opportunities to enjoy the blessings of spring. The title of this post suggests spending one spring day; if we’re being honest, we...
The warmth and light of spring is upon us! One of the best places on Rhode Island to experience the blossoming of the season is Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum! Blithewold is a 33-acre estate overlooking Narragansett Bay in Bristol. It is considered one of...
Save your appetite – the Spring Session of Newport Restaurant Week 2019 is coming right up! The week-long, bi-annual, culinary celebration of the Newport and Bristol County food scene is scheduled for the April 5th through the 14th, 2019! The idea behind restaurant...
Whether you’re a fan of classic cars, mid-century design, or beautifully curated art exhibits, you’ll love the Newport Car Museum. The Newport Car Museum displays seven decades of international, modern industrial automotive design as art worth celebrating. What are...
Visit the International Tennis Hall of Fame in Newport, RI to learn all about the sport: its history, legends, and current stars. Maybe you can even get in a game on one of the grass courts! The International Tennis Hall of Fame was established in 1954 by Jimmy Van...