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Local Interest | ||
Arts and Cultural Alliance of Newport County - A coalition of individuals and non-profit organizations committed to the advancement of art and culture in Newport County. Lists events. International Tennis Hall of Fame - A non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the history of tennis and providing a landmark for tennis enthusiasts worldwide. Newport Restoration Foundation - Founded by Doris Duke, responsible for the restoration of over 80 historical houses/structures in the Newport area. National Museum of American Illustration - First national museum of illustration art, featuring works of Maxfield Parrish, N.C. Wyeth, Norman Rockwell, Howard Pyle and many more. Newport Art Museum - Exhibits historic and contemporary visual arts with an emphasis on the rich artistic heritage of Newport, the state of Rhode Island and southeastern New England. Newport Classical Music Festival - Renowned classical music festival held in July, hosting international artists and performed in the setting of Newport's historic mansions. Newport Historical Society - Information on many of the historic sites in Newport. Newport Preservation Society - Source for information on many of Newport's mansions. Norman Bird Sanctuary - A 450 acre wildlife refuge offering over 7 miles of hiking trails. Touro Synagogue - America's oldest synagogue. Visitor Information - Visitor's Information Center. |