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Location
Best time
Plan your visit for a weekday (not Tuesday) to experience the interactive exhibits without crowds, as reviewers specifically praised the ability to engage with art freely without long waits.
Visitor tip
Don't miss the interactive exhibits and scavenger hunts—kids and adults alike loved engaging directly with the art, making this a standout feature compared to traditional museum experiences.
Visitor tip
Participate in the museum's art workshops and classes (Paper Petals, Ceramic Transfers, Botanical Silk Printing) or Summer Art Party events for a more hands-on educational experience beyond viewing exhibitions.
About Newport Art Museum
New England art & events destination. Multi-building campus houses regional 19th-century to contemporary works, plus events & art school.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Art Museum
- Founded
- 1912
- Collection
- 3,000+ works of American and contemporary art from 18th century to present
- Admission
- Adults $20, Seniors $15, College $10, Under 17 & Military Free
What visitors say
Nice museum worth the visit. Thoughtful curation and exhibits in a beautiful environment that feels very personal. Perfect location in the heart of Newport shopping and dining.
Very nice and pretty museum, it’s a very different way to tell the history!
This is such a gem. The current interactive exhibit by Bobby Anspach is like no other — it’s rare to be able to engage with art so freely without long waits or crowds. The setting itself adds so much: a beautiful, calm space that makes…
From 330 Google reviews
Did You Know?
- The Winter Speaker Series has been running for 97 years, making it one of the museum's longest-standing educational programs
- The collection comprises approximately 3,000 works spanning from the 18th century to present day, including paintings, sculptures, prints, drawings, watercolors, photographs, decorative arts, installation works, and textiles
- Free admission is offered to all visitors ages 17 and under, as well as active military personnel and their spouses, making it highly accessible to families and military communities
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