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Green Animals Topiary Garden

Built c. 1860

Home to more than 80 topiary animals and other figures for more than a century, Green Animals also blazes with colorful flowers from May until October. The 7-acre property overlooks Narragansett Bay.

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Plan your visit

380 Corys Ln
Portsmouth, RI 02871

Closed today

Open daily May 10 - September 1
Open weekends September 2-30

Green Animals is not wheelchair-accessible.

Things to Do

Virtual Tour at Green Animals Topiary Garden

Brayton House Virtual Tour

Daily virtual

Visit Brayton House from the comfort of your own home

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Past Special Event

Annual Plant Sale at Green Animals Topiary Garden

May 10 – 12, 2024 8 am -10 am

Get your garden going or find nice springtime and Mother's Day gifts for friends and family! A variety of flowers, vegetables and specialty plants are available while supplies last.

Interested in a group tour?

Special rates available for groups of 20 or more adults and 10 or more students.

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Audio tours are self-guided using our free audio tour app

Visitors must bring their own smart device with earbuds/headsets and download the free Newport Mansions tour app before your visit. Printed scripts are available at most mansions and staff appreciate your questions.

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History

Discover the oldest and most northern topiary garden in the United States, dating to the early 20th century.

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Original Builder

Thomas E. Brayton
Gardener

Joseph Carreiro, superintendent of the property from 1905 to 1945, George Mendonca, superintendent until 1985
Ownership transferred to the Preservation Society

1972

Upcoming Events

Family Programming at Green Animals Topiary Garden

Girl Scout Badge Day at Green Animals

May 17, 2025 10:30am – 12:00pm

Daisies, Brownies, Juniors and Cadets will get a chance to explore Green Animals Topiary Garden and earn a badge by completing activities. Presented in partnership with the Girl Scouts of Southeastern New England.

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