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Newport Historic Home

As Newport's oldest surviving house, built circa 1697, this residence provides a glimpse of the city's Colonial and Revolutionary history. The dark-red building was damaged during the city's Stamp Act riots of 1765. After the British Parliament levied a tax on most printed material, the Sons of Liberty stormed the house, which was then occupied by a prominent Loyalist.

Historic Home

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17 Broadway
Newport, Rhode Island  02840, USA

401-846-0813

newporthistory.org

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Rate Includes: Tour $15

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