680 Bellevue Avenue
Newport, RI, 02840
Phone: 401-847-8344
Stunning historic mansion’s eclectic collections, panoramic ocean view, on full display
Built in the last decade of the 19th century for Frederick and Louise Vanderbilt, Rough Point has many stories for visitors to discover when they explore the Rough Point Museum. Today, visitors can experience the property on Bellevue Avenue as it was lived in during the lifetime of its most famous owner - heiress, collector, and philanthropist Doris Duke. Doris was a collector of fine and decorative arts from around the world, and the variety of her interests — from 18th century portraiture to Flemish tapestries, Chinese ceramics, and 20th century couture fashion – is on display in this beautiful home. Visitors will also hear stories of other residents of Rough Point, including beloved cook Hulda Goudie and pet camels, Princess and Baby.
Open seasonally March-early January - Gor information about operating hours please check the Rough Point website.