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History of Newport and the Mansions
Founded in 1639, Newport was an important port city, a center of the slave trade, a fashionable resort and the summer home of the Gilded Age rich.
What was the Gilded Age?
The Gilded Age was a period of unprecedented change in America. Fortunes were spent on luxuries such as the lavish "summer cottages" of Newport.
Deep Dive into the Show
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The Newport Mansions Wine & Food Festival partners with local fine dining establishments to offer an inspiring series of culinary events. Enjoy and learn about unique wines and other beverages from many regions of the world, all paired with multi-course meals prepared just for the occasion by some of Newport and Jamestown’s world-class chefs! Celebrate our restaurant community and reserve your table.
Reservations for these events must be made with the participating restaurants. See links and phone numbers below.
Friday, September 20, 5 pm Cara Restaurant The Chanler at Cliff Walk 117 Memorial Blvd., Newport RI
Cara Restaurant invites you to an extraordinary evening celebrating the Newport Wine & Food Festival, where the renowned wines of Piedmont, Italy, blend seamlessly with the flavors of New England. Known for its mineral-rich soils, rolling hills and stunning landscapes, Piedmont is celebrated as one of the world’s top wine regions. Chef Jacob Jasinski has created a five-course prix fixe menu that marries local seasonal ingredients with the classic essence of Piedmont, highlighting the unique culinary connection between these two regions’ shared environments and crops. Savor dishes like Block Island Sound Tuna Rossini with Acquerello risotto, perfectly paired with a Barolo. Each course features a specially selected Piedmontese wine, curated by Empson USA, to elevate your dining experience. Immerse yourself in the flavors and beauty of Piedmont right here in Newport. Secure your reservation for this exclusive event today.
Reservations: (401) 847-2244
Friday, September 20, 5:30 pm Torpedo Bar and Lounge Newport Harbor Island Resort 1 Goat Island, Newport, RI
Bonterra Organic Estates will present its Regenerative Organic Certified and Single Vineyard collections, paired with New England-inspired modern American cuisine from Torpedo Bar & Lounge.
Reservations: Newport Harbor Island Resort Bonterra Wine Dinner at 1639
Friday, September 20, 5:30 pm GIUSTO Newport 4 Commercial Wharf Newport, RI
Giusto, in partnership with winemakers Giovanni Rosso and Horizon Beverage, will host a dinner featuring seven dishes all inspired by the cuisine of Piedmont and six amazing wines from the Giovanni Rosso vineyard including Arneis, Barbera, Langhe Nebbiolo and two Barolos. Guests can expect dishes like stuffed cabbage with sausage and castelmagno cheese, tuna crudo with pickled mushrooms and lardo, rabbit-filled agnolotti del plin with fresh truffles, a beautiful steak dish with local end-of-summer vegetables and a fun take on a traditional chocolate and hazelnut dessert called Bonet.
Seating and dinner service will be family-style and not individual tables by party size. Please alert us to any allergies prior to arrival. Gratuity is included in the purchase of the ticket. All tickets are non-refundable.
Reservations: katie@giustonewport.com, (401) 324-7400
Friday, September 20, 6 pm Beech 13 Narragansett Ave., Jamestown, RI
Join us for a delightful evening of indulgence at Beech featuring the Portfolio of Daylight Wine & Spirits. Savor exquisite wines and gourmet dishes while immers yourself in luxurious ambience. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to experience the best of food, wine and lifestyle all in one place. Get your taste buds ready for an unforgettable experience.
Reservations: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/newport-mansions-wine-and-food-festival-featuring-the-portfolio-of-daylight-tickets-973831926507?aff=oddtdtcreator
Friday, September 20, 6 pm Flora at The Gardiner House 24 Lee’s Wharf, Newport, RI
Indulge in a selection of exquisite wines from Spain paired with delicious regional fare. Ana Fabiano, author of “The Wine Region of Rioja,” will curate the wine pairings while Flora Chef Miguel Somoza will design the menu. Begin your evening with a Cava reception followed by a four-course dinner. Thank you to our sponsors at Palacios Chorizo and Beronia Winery. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to savor the taste of Spain right here in Newport!
Reservations: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/spanish-wine-dinner-tickets-988968129297?aff=oddtdtcreator
Friday, September 20, 6 pm Midtown Oyster Bar 345 Thames St. Newport, RI
Midtown Oyster Bar and festival headliners Mezcalum join forces for an unforgettable experience! Indulge in a variety of street-style tapas and savor mini mezcal-inspired cocktails that perfectly complement each bite. This is an event you won’t want to miss — perfect for food and drink enthusiasts looking to explore new flavors in an inviting and lively atmosphere. Come and celebrate the fusion of exquisite cuisine and delightful Mezcalum: light on the smoke, complex undertones and great depth for a palatable taste!
Reservations: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mezcalum-at-newports-midtown-oyster-bar-tickets-980342690377
Thursday, September 19, 7:30 pm Yagi Noodles 20 Long Wharf, Newport, RI
Yagi Noodles will host the first sake dinner in collaboration with Newport Mansions Wine & Food Festival with a special evening of delicious food prepared by James Beard Award semifinalist Basil Yu and interesting and unique sake poured by sake sommelier Dila Lee from Komé Collective. Don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind culinary experience!
Reservations: www.eventbrite.com/e/yagi-noodles-and-kome-collective-sake-dinner-tickets-991364346447
Saturday, September 21, 6 pm The Studio Bar at The Gardiner House 24 Lee’s Wharf Newport, RI 02840
Before you hit the town on Saturday night, Ammunition Whiskey hopes you’ll stop by the Gardiner House for cocktails featuring our award-winning Kentucky rye and bourbons. Our mixologists will be ready to send you off into the Newport night smiling!
Reservations: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ammunition-whiskey-cocktail-party-tickets-991376532897?aff=oddtdtcreator
Saturday, September 21, 9 pm Forty 1 North 351 Thames St. Newport, RI
After enjoying the festival’s seminars, Tasting Tent and wine dinners, the fun continues at the Newport After Dark Party hosted by Forty 1 North! Taste our favorite beers, wines and cocktails featured by festival sponsors Santa Margherita, Mezcalum, Remy Cointreau, US Beverage, Suntory Global Spirits, On-The-Rocks RTD, Bonterra Organic Vineyards, Newport Vineyards and more. We’ll also have an assortment of tasty small bites throughout the evening sponsored by Boar’s Head and Alexian Pâté.
Reservations: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/newport-mansions-wine-and-food-festival-after-dark-party-tickets-993753963857
Saturday, September 21, 9 pm to late The Dive Bar inside the Surf Club 337 Thames St., Newport RI
Join us for a spirited night of specialty cocktails and meet the dynamic founders of Mezcalum, the spirit of Oaxaca. Immerse yourself in an exclusive luxury experience – a gathering of style, elegance and rhythm unlike any other event sponsored by Mezcalum. Sophisticated attire required. Music by DJ 4 HUNDO.
Reservations: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-lume-summer-soiree-sponsored-by-mezcalum-25-event-tickets-978711832437?aff=oddtdtcreator
Saturday, September 21, 6:30 pm Forty 1 North 351 Thames St. Newport, RI
Enjoy a beautiful tasting menu presented by Forty 1 North Executive Chef Jarett Appell and Wine Expert from Quigley Fine Wines, Jonathan Hetz.
2014 Fluteau Cuvee Symbiose Brut Champagne, France Scallop Crudo, Green Apple, Hazelnut Praline 2019 Domaines Schlumberger Grand Cru Saering Riesling, Alsace, France Butter Poached Lobster, Crispy Vegetables, Black Olive Oil 2021 Bluebell Chardonnay, Willamette Valley, Oregon, USA Confit Salmon, Sunchoke, Smoked Roe, Black Truffle 2015 Serra Capelli Riserva Barbaresco, Elio Filippino, Piedmont, Italy Lamb Loin, Porcini, Cauliflower Soubise 2016 San Cassiano Amarone Riserva, Veneto, Italy Short Rib, Smoked Lentils, Salsa Verde, Pear Mostarda 1991 Clos Saint Sebastien “Le Coeur” Banyuls Grand Cru, France Chocolate & Raspberry Swiss Roll
Reservations: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/autumnal-equinox-tasting-tickets-993825287187
Explore the underground systems that made this great house a marvel of technology for its time.
See and hear how the other half lived. This tour will highlight the stories of some of the men and women who worked to service the social whirl of Newport during the Gilded Age. *Sept. 1-Sept. 30 10:30 & 3:30. The Elms closed after Sept. 30.
For the first time in the 129-year history of The Breakers, the private third-floor family space occupied by generations of Vanderbilts is open for public tours. *Sept. 3-Oct. 14, offered twice daily at 1:30 and 3:30 pm. Starting Oct. 15, offered once daily at 1:30 pm.
Wild Imagination will explore the changing place of animals in the Gilded Age, a period that transformed how we view and treat the animal world, through more than 100 animal-themed artworks across a range of media.
Fans of HBO’s "The Gilded Age" will love this guide-led tour of locations in four of the Newport Mansions where the show was filmed. Tuesdays and Fridays only, September 3 through 27.
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In an exclusive for our members, Director of Museum Affairs & Chief Curator Leslie Jones will give a wide-ranging update on the state of the Preservation Society's collections.
The Mid-Autumn Festival, also known as the Moon Festival or Mooncake Festival, is a 3,000-year-old tradition from China that celebrates togetherness. We invite you to a family program celebrating this festival on the grounds of Marble House and in the Chinese Tea House.
Save the dates for the 19th annual festival, featuring the Vintner Dinner, Sunday Brunch and tasty yet educational seminar experiences. Plus, special guest appearance by Jacques and Claudine Pepin!
Join us for a masterclass and tasting of Sonoma County wines and Kentucky whiskeys finished in French oak wine casks.
In this insider’s look at the Preservation Society’s new exhibition “Wild Imagination: Art and Animals in the Gilded Age,” curator Dr. Nicole Williams explores the evolving relationships between Gilded Age Americans and their pets and wildlife, with a focus on Newport history.
This guided tree walk is a unique opportunity to learn about the Kingscote arboretum, hosted by the Preservation Society’s Director of Gardens & Landscapes, Jeff Curtis.
Join Curator of Collections Dr. Nicole Williams on a tour of our latest exhibition, "Wild Imagination: Art and Animals in the Gilded Age."
What is spiritualism and how did it become popular in the Gilded Age? Learn more about the spiritualist movement and the beliefs it fostered about the spirits of the dead.
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Parking is free onsite at all properties except for Hunter House and The Breakers Stable & Carriage House, where street parking is available.
Answers to some of our most frequently asked questions.
Explore the 11 properties under the stewardship of the Preservation Society and open as historic house museums.
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