Tuesdays at Touro Synagogue
225 years ago, on the morning of August 17th, 1790 George Washington arrived in Newport, Rhode Isl and. Washington’s commitment to religious liberty, the involvement of people in the new democracy, and the campaign for the Bill of Rights all came together that day in August. The result is the Letter to the Hebrew Congregations of Newport, a profound
Music Festivals and Busking at Bowen’s
With so much musical madness and culture around the corner, here’s how to navigate the upcoming music and film activities happening in Newport this month. While the Newport Music Festival (Classical) is already underway throughout town, this weekend the Newport Folk Festival, runs July 24th – July 26th at Fort Adams. Folk music has been a presence in Newport
The Kennedys, Cocktails, and Colonial Culture
While numerous Bowen’s Wharf merchants participated and were recognized with awards this year, one st ands out as particularly well connected to our new Heritage Tourism ticket program. Don Roy, of Custom Canvas Newport, printed and displayed the photo above in their window during the Newport Flower Show (this year’s theme: Roses/American Beauty). This Dooney and Bourke window display
Thursdays in December: Shop & Stroll on Bowen’s Wharf
Each Thursday throughout December, Bowen’s Wharf businesses are participating in the 2014 Cities by the Sea Holiday Shop & Stroll, organized by the Newport County Chamber of Commerce. Participating merchants will be open until 8 p.m. and promotional shopping bags will be available for purchase at our Welcome Center, which will allow you the opportunity to receive in-store promotions
Newport Restaurant Week Specials + Taste of Newport
In case you haven’t been following the news, last weekend kicked off Newport & Bristol Restaurant Week with three-course prix fixe meals at exceptional values. Established by Discover Newport, over 50 restaurants are participating in these 10 days of feasting, with lunches at $16 and dinners at $35 (beverages, gratuities, and taxes are not included). Check out this
Bowen’s Wharf Seafood Festival Hits Record Numbers
Thank you for a fantastic weekend! We had a record number of visitors this year at the 24th Annual Bowen’s Wharf Seafood Festival from Maryl and, New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and from all over Rhode Isl and. Can you believe The Wharf Pub and Diego’s reported they sold over 800 cups of chowder and over 2,000 beers from
Local Eats at This Weekend’s Seafood Festival
The countdown is on for this weekend’s 24th Annual Bowen’s Wharf Seafood Festival! We are excited to see some new faces and familiar ones as well as we prepare for the dozen or so restaurants that will be participating. And, in case you missed us on The Rhode Show this morning, follow this link to watch Chef Dan Knerr
New in Newport: Bowen’s Wharf Kicks Off Summer 2014
New architecture and tenants, exp anded dining and water excursions Summer has arrived on Bowen’s Wharf! After a long, cold winter, you are probably excited to get outdoors and experience the fresh, salty sea air. Escape for the day to Newport’s premier shopping and dining destination. We also offer a full-service marina and featuring sunset sails,