Sam Waterston to Kick Off Preservation Society’s Summer Lecture Series
Actor Sam Waterston of “Gatsby” and “Law & Order” to Kick Off Preservation Society’s Summer Lecture Series Acclaimed actor Sam Waterston will return to Rosecliff on Wednesday, July 9, revisiting the setting where he appeared in the 1974 film “The Great Gatsby.” The evening will be moderated by NBC News correspondent Anne Thompson and is the first in The Preservation Society of Newport County’s Summer Lecture Series. The annual David B. Ford Family Lecture, entitled ““The Great Gatsby” Revisited: An
Local Attractions Offer Free Admission for Newport County Residents & Hospitality Employees June 21-23
Newport County residents and employees of the hospitality industry from any location are invited to “Be Our Guest” and enjoy free admission or discounts at 19participating attractions in Newport and Bristol Counties on June 21, 22 and 23. The Preservation Society of Newport County is participating with free admission to The Breakers, Marble House, The Elms, Chateau-sur-Mer and Green Animals Topiary Garden each day, Kingscote on June 21 and Isaac Bell House on June 22 and 23. Visitors must show proof of
Authors on Floral Design to Speak at Newport Flower Show
Two acclaimed floral experts will share their artistic insights during the 29th annual Newport Flower Show at Rosecliff. Cordelia de Castellane has been described as a tastemaker and true ambassador of French lifestyle. On Saturday, June 21, at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., the author of “Flower Couture: From My Garden to My House” will demonstrate the art of building a floral arrangement. The artistic director of Dior Home and Baby Dior, de Castellane is also a businesswoman who recently opened Cordelia Coffee
Newport Mansions to Host Inside “The Gilded Age” Tours
A special guide-led tour in May and June will explore four of the historic Newport Mansions that appear in HBO’s “The Gilded Age,” offering insights into the making of the Emmy-winning period drama series. The Inside “The Gilded Age” Tour will take visitors through Marble House, The Breakers, Chateau-sur-Mer and The Elms, all of which were chosen by the series’ creator, Julian Fellowes, to provide authentic scenery. Guides will explain which scenes were filmed in each room, talk about the real people
