from STEM to STERN https://www.discovernewport.org/blog/ from STEM to STERN Mon, 04 Aug 2025 15:06:12 +0000 10+ Walking Tours To Take in Newport https://www.discovernewport.org/blog/post/walking-tours-in-newport/ https://www.discovernewport.org/blog/post/walking-tours-in-newport/#comments https://www.discovernewport.org/blog/post/walking-tours-in-newport/ Wed, 26 Mar 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Newport is considered one of the most walkable cities in the U.S.

From some of the most historic sites in the country to panoramic ocean views and architecture that will absolutely take your breath away, you're going to want to get up

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18 National Historic Landmarks to Visit in Newport https://www.discovernewport.org/blog/post/national-historic-landmarks/ https://www.discovernewport.org/blog/post/national-historic-landmarks/#comments https://www.discovernewport.org/blog/post/national-historic-landmarks/ Mon, 24 Mar 2025 08:00:00 -0400

Unparalleled history lingers around every corner here in Newport. From the oldest continually operating lending library in the country to the oldest standing Jewish synagogue in North America, travel between sites and centuries when you

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The OGs: 10 of Newport's Oldest Places https://www.discovernewport.org/blog/post/newports-oldest-places/ https://www.discovernewport.org/blog/post/newports-oldest-places/#comments https://www.discovernewport.org/blog/post/newports-oldest-places/ Mon, 24 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Nearly four hundred years of history lingers around every corner in Newport. Walk these cobblestone byways and pass by the oldest synagogue in the country, or transport back to the 17th century when you step foot in America's oldest tavern.

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Celebrate All Things Irish With Newport Irish Heritage Month Events https://www.discovernewport.org/blog/post/newport-irish-heritage-month-events/ https://www.discovernewport.org/blog/post/newport-irish-heritage-month-events/#comments https://www.discovernewport.org/blog/post/newport-irish-heritage-month-events/ Thu, 27 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -0500

"All things Irish", is the goal of the 48th Annual Newport Irish Heritage Month with family fun events, guided tours, the 69th Annual Newport St. Patrick's Day Parade and more Irish-themed happenings occurring all month long thanks to The

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The History of Irish in Newport https://www.discovernewport.org/blog/post/history-of-irish-in-newport/ https://www.discovernewport.org/blog/post/history-of-irish-in-newport/#comments https://www.discovernewport.org/blog/post/history-of-irish-in-newport/ Tue, 11 Feb 2025 07:00:00 -0500

In the years since Newport was founded in 1639, people have arrived here on the doorstep of the Atlantic from every corner of the world. First, it was the English dissenters seeking religious freedom. Then came the Quakers and the Jews in

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Women's History Month in Newport https://www.discovernewport.org/blog/post/womens-history-month/ https://www.discovernewport.org/blog/post/womens-history-month/#comments https://www.discovernewport.org/blog/post/womens-history-month/ Tue, 11 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0500

In honor of Women’s History Month, we are showcasing seven women who are renowned for their incredible accomplishments in Newport. Their worldwide recognition is so well-deserved—it's important that we continue to keep their names alive in

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Black History Month Events https://www.discovernewport.org/blog/post/black-history-month-events/ https://www.discovernewport.org/blog/post/black-history-month-events/#comments https://www.discovernewport.org/blog/post/black-history-month-events/ Sat, 01 Feb 2025 06:00:00 -0500

February is known as Black History Month, an annual time that celebrates the history, heritage and diversity of the Black community with special virtual events, lectures and walking tours throughout The Classic Coast.

Black History Month

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Newport History Walking Tours To Take in September https://www.discovernewport.org/blog/post/winter-walking-tours/ https://www.discovernewport.org/blog/post/winter-walking-tours/#comments https://www.discovernewport.org/blog/post/winter-walking-tours/ Tue, 31 Aug 2021 09:00:00 -0400

Make your way outdoors this month for a 75-minute walking tour with the Newport Historical Society in the heart of downtown Newport. Presented by an expert guide, tours will depart with a group of no more than ten for an especially intimate

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Itinerary For History Buffs in Newport https://www.discovernewport.org/blog/post/itinerary-for-history-buffs/ https://www.discovernewport.org/blog/post/itinerary-for-history-buffs/#comments https://www.discovernewport.org/blog/post/itinerary-for-history-buffs/ Tue, 22 Jun 2021 06:00:00 -0400

Nearly 400 years of downright monumental history comprise this small but mighty Classic Coast. Since 1639 when a group of English settlers separated from the settlement in Portsmouth and planted roots on the southern side of our island,

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Newport Neighborhood Tour: Christmas on The Point https://www.discovernewport.org/blog/post/neighborhood-tour-christmas-on-the-point/ https://www.discovernewport.org/blog/post/neighborhood-tour-christmas-on-the-point/#comments https://www.discovernewport.org/blog/post/neighborhood-tour-christmas-on-the-point/ Mon, 17 Dec 2018 06:00:00 -0500

Close to the hustle and bustle of America’s Cup Avenue, just off the Claiborne Pell Bridge, is a small neighborhood tucked away from view, known mostly by its residents and other Newport locals. Formally called Easton’s Point after one of

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