Kingscote

An 1841 Gothic Revival house in Newport, designated a National Historic Landmark, run by the Preservation Society of Newport County.

253 Bellevue Ave, Newport, RI 02840 · Newport, RI

About Kingscote

Kingscote is a historic house museum in Newport, Rhode Island, operated by the Preservation Society of Newport County. The house dates to 1841 and is an example of the Gothic Revival style in American architecture. Its construction helped start a wave of cottage building in Newport, which became a showcase for picturesque homes during the 1800s. The property is a National Historic Landmark and keeps its original family collections. Visitors can take a self-guided audio tour using the free Newport Mansions app on their own smart device, and printed scripts are available. Groups can request discounted rates. The house is not wheelchair-accessible.

#Gothic Revival
#National Historic Landmark
#historic house museum
#audio tour
#Newport

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