Museum of Newport History Museum
Local history museum chronicling Newport's maritime heritage
In Newport, Rhode Island, the Museum of Newport History documents the city's maritime and colonial past with exhibits, photographs and rotating displays; visitors come for local history and context for nearby mansions and the harbour.
Museum of Newport History at a Glance#
How to Get to Museum of Newport History#
The museum is in downtown Newport, Rhode Island. From I-95, take Route 138 toward Newport and follow signage to the historic district. The city is also served by seasonal ferries and regional buses; parking in the historic center is available but can be limited in peak summer months.
Tips for Visiting Museum of Newport History#
- Combine the visit with a Newport walking tour to place exhibits in the city's maritime context - the museum is compact but dense with local ephemera.
- Ask about the building - many historical societies occupy architecturally interesting civic buildings worth noting in themselves.
Best Time to Visit Museum of Newport History#
Best visited in summer for maximum programming and in fall for quieter exploration.
Weather & Climate near Museum of Newport History#
Temperate climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -6°C to 27°C. Abundant rainfall (1196 mm/year), wettest in November, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -6° - 4° | -7° | 106 mm | - | - | 5.6 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -5° - 4° | -6° | 93 mm | - | - | 5.5 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -1° - 8° | -1° | 111 mm | - | - | 5.5 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 3° - 12° | 5° | 107 mm | - | - | 5.3 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 8° - 18° | 13° | 94 mm | - | - | 4.7 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 13° - 23° | 18° | 89 mm | - | - | 4.4 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 17° - 27° | 22° | 79 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 17° - 26° | 22° | 102 mm | - | - | 3.9 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 13° - 23° | 18° | 95 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 8° - 17° | 12° | 93 mm | - | - | 4.7 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 3° - 12° | 5° | 117 mm | - | - | 5.2 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -2° - 7° | -2° | 110 mm | - | - | 5.4 m/s | - | - |
