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Rosecliff Audio Tour New! ® Rosecliff Audio Tour The Preservation Society of Newport County Rosecliff 2011 The Breakers, The Elms & Marble House tours also available in French, German & Spanish www.NewportMansions.org ROSECLIFF 1902 RosecliffNew! Audio Tour Rosecliff Revealed A new-for-2011 audio tour brings Rosecliff’s history and romance to life with never-before-told stories and first person remembrances of the colorful families of Rosecliff. From Tessie Oelrichs, who built this fantasy in terra cotta, to the Monroes of New Orleans, the last family to call Rosecliff home, you’ll discover the very human story of Newport’s great party house. Don’t miss this exciting new visitor experience at Rosecliff. April 30 – November 18 AND THE BRIDE WORE… WEDDING DRESSES FROM THE COLLECTION 1895-1965 Many brides have walked down the heart-shaped staircase at Rosecliff over the years, so it’s fitting that this year’s fashion exhibit features 70 years of wedding dresses, from 1895 to 1965. “Prepare to be awe-struck!” Denver visitor Newport Mansions THE B REAKERS 1895 National Historic Landmark Come Alive! The Gilded Age houses of the Newport Mansions are landmarks of a vibrant era. To capture the flavor of the era, The Preservation Society of Newport County has included the voices, memories and experiences of generations of people who lived and worked in these houses. We share them with you in a series of audio tours of The Breakers, The Elms, Marble House, and, new this year, Rosecliff. “We explore several aspects of Gilded Age history and culture in these tours,” says John Tschirch, Director of Museum Affairs. “After visiting the four Gilded Age houses, one leaves with a real sense of the monu- Sights & Sounds mental building, the social whirl The Breakers of the rich, of The Breakers powerful and fashionable, the rise of A Compelling Look at a Legendary Mansion industry and technological invention, Family Tour • Listen to reminiscences of life in The Breakers the stories of servants, and the changing role of women that “We were amazed at how much the girls enjoyed • Hear from servants and their children defined the age.” their audio family tour. Our oldest daughter • Tour never-before-seen rooms (age 6) said ‘Mom! The house was talking to me!’ You’ll hear first-person accounts from people It brought the experience to life for them, and made who lived and worked in this great house: them want to learn about history. It was such a “Every footman had to be over six feet tall, pleasure to see the girls enjoying it.” to look impressive in his uniform.” Alabama visitor Even if you’ve been to The Breakers before, we promise you’ll enjoy a totally different The Breakers Family Tour brings the house, its furnishings, and enlightening experience. and even its sculpture to life as never before. From the The 70-room summer estate of New York Central over-stuffed Butler to the irascible French Chef, youngsters Railroad President Cornelius Vanderbilt II includes a (and parents) will see the house through a new set of eyes. Wait until you meet the special host who will tell you the two and a half story high Great Hall and a Morning stories of life in this great Newport estate. Room adorned with platinum leaf wall panels. Its interiors feature rare marble, alabaster, and gilded woods throughout. 2011 Schedule April 2 - May 6 The Breakers, Chateau-sur-Mer, The Elms, Marble House & Rosecliff Open Daily The Breakers opens at 9 am, all others open at 10 am. Last tour admission is at 5 pm. Houses and grounds close at 6 pm. April 23 Rosecliff opens at 2 pm May 7 - June 24 The Breakers, Chateau-sur-Mer, The Elms, Marble House, Rosecliff, Green Animals Topiary Garden & Kingscote Open Daily The Breakers opens at 9 am, all others open at 10 am. Last tour admission is at 5 pm. Houses and grounds close at 6 pm. June 23 Rosecliff closed June 25 - September 5 The Breakers, Chateau-sur-Mer, The Elms, Marble House, Rosecliff, Green Animals Topiary Garden, Kingscote, Hunter House, Isaac Bell House & Chepstow Open Daily The Breakers Stable & Carriage House Open Weekends & Holidays The Breakers opens at 9 am with last tour admission at 6 pm, house and grounds close at 7 pm. All other houses open at 10 am with last tour admission at 5 pm, except Hunter House & Isaac Bell House where last tour admission is at 4:30 pm. Houses and grounds close at 6 pm. Tours of Hunter House & Isaac Bell House offered hourly, on the half hour 10:30 am to 4:30 pm. Tours of Chepstow by reservation only, at 11 am, 1 pm & 3 pm. Reservations can be made at any other Preservation Society property. September 6 - October 10 The Breakers, Chateau-sur-Mer, The Elms, Marble House, Rosecliff, Green Animals Topiary Garden & Kingscote Open Daily Hunter House & Isaac Bell House Open Weekends & Holidays The Breakers opens at 9 am, all others open at 10 am. Last tour admission is at 5 pm, except Hunter House & Isaac Bell House, where last tour admission is at 4:30 pm. Houses and grounds close at 6 pm. Tours of Hunter House & Isaac Bell House offered hourly, on the half hour 10:30 am to 4:30 pm. Schedule subject to change. 2011 Schedule October 11 - November 18 The Breakers, Chateau-sur-Mer, The Elms, Marble House & Rosecliff Open Daily The Breakers opens at 9 am, all others open at 10 am. Last tour admission at all houses is at 5 pm, houses and grounds close at 6 pm. November 19 - January 2, 2012 Christmas at the Newport Mansions The Breakers, The Elms & Marble House Open Daily & Decorated for the Holidays The Breakers opens at 9 am, all others open at 10 am. Last tour admission is at 4 pm. Houses and grounds close at 5 pm. December 24 last tour admission is at 3 pm. Holiday Evenings at the Newport Mansions November 26, December 3, 10 & 17 All properties closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Year Round Bellevue Avenue History Trail Enjoy a self-guided walking tour along Bellevue Avenue to learn about one of America’s most legendary streets. A series of 11 markers provide comprehensive information about the history of both existing and long-gone buildings. Newport Music Festival July 8-24 More than 60 classical concerts in elegant mansion settings. To see performance schedule & purchase tickets, visit www.NewportMusic.org Newport Mansions Wine & Food Festival September 23-25 To see schedule & purchase tickets, visit www.NewportMansions.org Presenting Sponsor FOOD &WINE Schedule subject to change. “The Newport Mansions are one of the most significant and best managed collections of historic houses and artifacts anywhere in the United States.” Ted Sanderson, Executive Director Museum Houses Rhode Island Historic Preservation & Heritage Commission THE ELMS 1901 National Historic Landmark MARBLE HOUSE 1892 National Historic Landmark Inspired by the 18th century Chateau d’Asnieres, this Costing a reported $11 million in 1892, Alva Vanderbilt’s magnificent villa was the summer retreat of coal magnate “temple to the arts” was modeled after the Petit Trianon at Edward Julius Berwind and his wife Herminie. It houses Versailles, and contains 500,000 cubic feet of marble. In later monumental works including wall-sized Venetian life she hosted “Votes for Women” rallies on the back lawn. paintings, Chinese lacquer panels and great tapestries. The Elms Stable & Carriage House The Chinese Tea House EFRESHMENTS The Elms Carriage House The Chinese Tea House at Marble House R Daily 11 am – 4 pm Daily 11 am – 5 pm Available to Preservation Society members & ticket holders May 28 – September 5 May 14 – October 10 www.NewportMansions.org • 401.847.1000 “Family membership under $100 – unlimited visits for a whole year. It is well worth it! Thank you for a wonderful day.” Museum Houses Dedham, MA visitor CHATEAU-SUR-MER 1852 National Historic Landmark THE HISTORIC GARDENS AND ARBORETUM OF THE NEWPORT MANSIONS Newport was renowned in the 18th century as the “Eden of America.” The properties of the Preservation Society contain gardens and trees that together comprise one of the most important arboretums in New England. Our 88 acres of historic landscapes represent an outstanding chapter in the nation’s history of garden design, horticulture and early tree and plant propagation. GREEN ANIMALS TOPIARY GARDEN c. 1860 One of America’s great Victorian houses, Chateau-sur-Mer was home to three generations of the Wetmore family. It features hand-carved Italian woodwork, Chinese porcelains, Egyptian and Japanese Revival stenciled wallpapers, and rare trees from as far away as Mongolia. Recently-restored original bronzes of ladies in Japanese dress holding ornate candelabra have been returned to the central staircase. CHEPSTOW 1861 This charming Italianate-style cottage was designed by Newport architect George Champlin Mason. It reflects the mid-20th century style of its last owner, Alletta Morris McBean, and includes original A lion, a camel, a bear, oh my! These and dozens of other family furnishings. fanciful animals, a sailing ship, teacups, spirals and other geometric shapes sculpted from living plants populate Tours by reservation only, at 11 am, 1 pm & 3 pm. one of the oldest topiary gardens in North America. Reservations can be made at any other Preservation Society property. The Brayton House located on the grounds of Green Animals offers guided tours daily, at 11 am, 1 pm, 3 pm & 5 pm, May 7 – October 10. www.NewportMansions.org • 401.847.1000 “This is the most beautiful attraction you will ever visit.” Boston visitor Museum Houses Two American Landmarks 2011 Schedule HUNTER HOUSE c.
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