Marble House
Built 1892National Historic Landmark
William Vanderbilt built Marble House as a 39th birthday present for his wife, Alva. It was a social and architectural landmark that set the pace for Newport's subsequent transformation from a quiet summer colony of wooden houses to the legendary resort of opulent Gilded Age mansions.
Things to Do
Marble House Family Tour
Daily
opening hours
From ancient superheroes to a talking house, kids will learn about Marble House and the people that lived and worked here from a unique and fun perspective. Included with regular admission.
Marble House Audio Tour
Daily
opening hours
Hear Alva Vanderbilt talk about the architectural masterpiece she helped to design, which she described as “like a fourth child to me.” Learn how she used it to cement her place in society, to arrange her daughter’s marriage to British aristocracy, and later as a rallying point for women’s right to vote.
History
The Gilded Age comes alive at Marble House through engaging audio tours. Hear about how the Duke of Marlborough met his future Duchess, Consuelo Vanderbilt, one of America’s dollar princesses.
Learn more about Marble House
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Original Builder
Mr. and Mrs. William K. Vanderbilt
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Construction Dates
1888-1892
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Architect
Richard Morris Hunt
Upcoming Events
French Inspiration and American Ambition: The Architectural Practice of Richard Morris Hunt at Marble House
March 21, 2025
11:00am – 12:00pm
The guided tour of Marble House will illuminate the French influences that architect Richard Morris Hunt incorporated throughout the mansion.
SOLD OUT
French Inspiration and American Ambition: The Architectural Practice of Richard Morris Hunt at Marble House
April 25, 2025
11:00am – 12:00pm
The guided tour of Marble House will illuminate the French influences that architect Richard Morris Hunt incorporated throughout the mansion.
SOLD OUT
More Mansions and Gardens
Chepstow
Open Fridays & Saturdays, June 1 - September 1Guide-led tours, advance timed tickets required.
Green Animals Topiary Garden
Open daily May 10 - September 1Open weekends September 2-30
Hunter House
Open Sunday & Mondays, June 1 - September 1Guide-led tours, advance timed tickets required.
The Breakers Stable & Carriage House
Open Tuesdays, Wednesdaysand Thursdays, July 1 - August 7
Admission with any Newport Mansions ticket
