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Guests with Brian O'Neill & Peter Taselaar When Brian O’Neill, owner of the prestigious Carnegie Abbey Club near Newport, Rhode Island, throws a party, it’s a... more »

Lincoln Chafee, William Vareika & Mayor of Providence David Cicilline It was politicians, patrons, and lovers of the all things historic at the... more »

NewportSeen Exclusive! Valerie Urry, Stephanie & Lincoln Chafee, Christie Smith in front of Land's End... more »

Pierre & Margo Merle with Thomas Ortolano White dinner jackets were seen on the Newport scene (at last!) at the internationally attended Black Ships Gala, a highlight of... more »

Designer Mary McFadden, David Brigham, Justine Cushing Several of Newport’s finest found themselves going Japanese for a night at the Newport Art... more »

Patti Mascali, Tony Cavanagh, Debbie Velasco & Bob Chase The Raj, the Taj Mahal, the Ganges, the jewels. The maharajas and maharanis were there in beautiful... more »

Maggie Vale, Marilyn Kanter, Mary Gillette & artist John Mecray Three generations of the same sailing family were event co-chairs for the fabulous... more »

Fresh from Palm Beach’s Worth Avenue, the design team of Mark Badgley and James Mischka opened the doors to its elegant new shop on Bellevue Avenue with a snazzy, packed, by-invitation-only... more »

Traditional lawn tennis exhibition doubles match It was advantage: Angela, at the Angela Moore 11th Annual Fashion Show and Champagne Breakfast celebrating tennis... more »

Beacon Rock estate dazzled like a tropical flamingo with guests dancing in dresses of pinks, purples, sequins and other flamboyant cocktail attire. Men too sported colorful blazers and pants. After a... more »

Out of Africa, and straight to Newport! With its safari theme, the Newport Flower Show celebrated its 15th year as America’s premier summer show with "Safari--Flora and Fauna", ... more »

Chef Emily Luchetti of Farallon and Waterbar, San Francisco, Jasper White, chef/owner of Summer Shack & Robin Nicholson It was "Elegance in the... more »

Richard Crisson, Bill Vareika A wave of excitement and diversity swept guests along at the Newport Art Museum’s June Members’ Reception, featuring three unique... more »

George Wein, famed music impresario and founder of the Newport Folk (1959) and Newport Jazz (1954) Festivals, was present in voice only as Mayor Jeanne Napolitano read a proclamation declaring... more »

Piping taps on the wall of Fort Adams as the flag is lowered The long history of Newport, Rhode Island, was easily felt at historic Fort Adams, abetted by uniformed... more »

Veteran jazz musician, bassist and singer Dick Lupino, a staple of the Newport musical scene, was fêted and toasted at three parties for the release of his new CD, "Eclectic... more »

“Fear not, till Birnam woodDo come to Dunsinane” Macbeth, Act 5, scene 5 Newport’s Ballard Park wood did come to the distinguished Holly House, ... more »

Peter de Savary, the "King of Clubs," has brought a sassy new sensibility to historic Georgian Vanderbilt Hall in Newport. The completely redecorated and re-envisioned Hotel/Private Club... more »

What do an exquisite 1930 Pierce Arrow, a 2010 monster pick-up truck (psychedelically painted), and an evening gown by Coco Chanel have in common? Answer: they’re all hallmarks of the status... more »

Bob Cusack, Robert Bailey, & Matt Lenahan “Would you rather be a billionaire, or have a billionaires’s mind?” asked Robert Bailey, author and head of... more »

Editor's note: Newport Seen has just won two additional national awards for best website and best online writing from the National League of Press Women! Newport Seen brought it home! In a recent... more »

A courtyard in the Metropolitan Museum One of the most beautiful manuscripts in the world, the lavishly illustrated medieval prayer book known as the "Belles Heures"... more »

At an exclusive and celebratory cocktail reception held recently at Marble House and attended by principals of the Ringling Museum in Sarasota Florida, as well as curators, collectors and... more »

Ambassador Vilmont His Excellency Mr. Pierre Vilmont, Ambassador of France to the United States, greeted the large audience at the 18th annual Newport Symposium, but not... more »

Judith & Laurence Cutler, H.S.H Prince Alois of Liechtenstein, and Mrs. Nuala Pell His Serene Highness Prince Alois of Liechtenstein flew through the... more »

Director & harpsichordist Paul Cienniwa Newport Baroque, a group of professional musicians that presents concerts of music of the 17th- and 18th-centuries on period... more »

Providence Mayor David Cicilline with Event Chair Melanie Delman The annual celebration of twelve important men who are making positive contributions in... more »

"Swinburne" on Pelham Street The St. Michael’s Country Day School’s Parents Association put together a terrific house tour for their 12th consecutive... more »

“AirBorn”, artist Rene Stawicki’s series of dramatic allegorical paintings inspired by Ovid’s Metamorphoses, was one of two featured exhibits at the recent reception at the... more »

Ocean Cliff Resort, a limestone landmark Newport Seen went out Ocean Drive to the Second Annual Food & Wine Expo, held in the Grand Ballroom at Ocean Cliff Resort and... more »

Images of NRF restorations Newport without Doris Duke would not be the architecturally handsome sight, or the city it is today. Rough Point, Ms. Duke's spectacular oceanfront... more »

Jordan Brown, student at Middletown High School What better way to interest music lovers in contributing to the Middletown High School band and chorus programs than to feature... more »

The artist in her studio Eveline Roberge has been one of Newport’s most sought-after and iconic artists for decades. Originally from a small village in Somerset, England, ... more »

Lincoln Chafee with Ellen Barnes Lincoln Chafee, the Republican-turned-Independent candidate for Governor of Rhode Island, was fêted at a birthday party held at Berkeley... more »

Lori Joyal, Melanie Delman & Robin Nicholson They deal in mansions and estates, and sell to film stars, yachtsmen, dignitaries, politicians, and billionaires, and do it... more »

A Townsend bonnet top highboy They set a standard of furniture making equaled only by Thomas Chippendale, and brought renown to their workshops, and to Newport. Today, ... more »

“This is a notable occasion,” U.S. Senator Jack Reed said on a rainy morning at the Bristol campus of IYRS, and the Executive Director of the R.I. Economic Development Council Keith... more »

The opening night of the fifth annual Tournées French Film Festival was attended by Newport’s faithful Francophiles and dedicated moviegoers, and began (a lá Francais) with wine, ... more »

"Newport to a Tea," an annual event to benefit the Newport Education Foundation held at Salve Regina’s Ochre Court Mansion, brought out 220 very elegantly bedecked women for a... more »

James Gadea, Bridget Torrey, Leo Mejia & Ted Torrey Snow, sand, freezing temperatures, and…….. polo? With wintry accents as a background, and snow dusted... more »

After an informative presen-tation by Mr. Bertrand du Vignaud, President of the World Monument Fund Europe, at the American International Fine Arts Fair, there had to be a reception, and there was, ... more »

Valentine's Day Eve was a chilly, jazzy, rocking night at Newport's Tennis Hall of Fame. Hanging lights and echoing music energized the dark, snowy courtyard entrance as guests passed through the... more »

A Graff model Newport Seen traveled down to Palm Beach for the American International Arts & Antiques Fair, in its 14th year in, which consistently draws an upper tier... more »

The charming, architecturally interesting Norton Museum of Art in Palm Beach, tucked discreetly into a city block in West Palm, hosted international journalists covering the AIFAF recently for a tour... more »

It was entirely appropriate that the Potter League for Animals should host its 37th annual “Have a Heart” benefit cocktail party and silent auction just before Valentine’s Day, ... more »

Kyle Hence, Ann Conner & Darrell West In his fifth appearance at the Newport Art Museum Winter Lecture Series, Darrell West, author and Vice President & Director of... more »

Cindy Dressler, Eugene McNulty, and Nancy Bredback Why do things always sound better in French? Newport’s active Alliance Francaise chapter held its annual dinner... more »

Sponsors William and Allison Vareika, prominent Newporter Angela Fischer, and other preservation and history buffs traveled to Boston for Historic New England ‘s Centennial year Gala at The... more »

Genevieve Begy, in a dress by Aidan Mattox The Preservation Society’s annual Holiday Dinner Dance at The Breakers is always a gorgeous, classic affair, but 2009 attendees... more »

Designer Jan Girouard with her holiday table setting The three nights after Christmas, with snow still fresh on the ground, curious visitors were invited to tour some of the... more »

Will Sofrin & Ally Coulter Newport interior designer Ally Coulter, who has designed for Kyle McLachlan, the Hilfiger family, Ralph Lauren Home, and private clients at the... more »

The Governor’s Ball at Salve Regina University, now in its 33rd annual incarnation, was beautiful, festive, and fashionable, as more than 650 people attended the late evening party at... more »

Under the direction or of Don St. Jean, the Madrigal Singers of Salve Regina University gave an intimate concert recently, ranging from Spanish Renaissance ( Louis David) to traditional carols, such... more »

The silent auction table On a wet and blustery Saturday recently, members and guests of The Junior League of Rhode Island presented fund-raising, self-guided tours of... more »

Mike Barnicle, Doris Kearns Goodwin, Michael Beschloss, and E.J. Dionne at the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library Drawn by the prospect of hearing Victoria... more »

“And is it, still?” Newport Seen asked of author Deborah Davis at a recent book talk at Barnes & Noble in Middletown. Ms. Davis answered an unqualified “yes,” although... more »

Cynthia Corbett. Nicolas de Saint Gregoire Homage to Mondrian, 2009, edition of 5 “We term it Art Week in the city of Miami,”... more »

A figure inspired by Doris Duke In a unique partnership to support the Art Education Program, the Newport Public Education Foundation and the Newport... more »

Mayor Richard Sardella, Gubernatorial candidate Patrick Lynch & John Bach Sorensen As the guest of Mayor Richard Sardella, the first announced candidate for the Democratic... more »

Backstage at Ungaro fashion show The lighting is dramatic, the music is fast paced. You can feel the beat coursing through your body. The air is electrified, hundreds of... more »

Newport Seen Exclusive On Monday, November 18, Peter de Savary, one of Newport’s most well-known former residents sealed the deal on his purchase of... more »

Photography fan at Cushing Gallery Black and white photography created a spell, taking its viewers back to an earlier time. And it was another time in Rhode Island. as seen by... more »

Child & Family Services finally has all of its community programs under one roof. And a very attractive roof it is, on a modern structure in a Valley Road location, with parking for 100 cars. ... more »

Robin Nicholson, Geer Messinger, and Catherine Gazder (seated) with Jose Ribas, Melanie Delman and Fritz Schnorf Guests of Lila Delman Real Estate were treated to a fabulous... more »

The party organizers on Ochre Court's stairs It was a sold out celebration at Salve Regina’s Ochre Court for the Glenna Kohl Fund for Hope, which raises awareness about... more »

It was terror among the tomes as Dracula, Death, ghouls, and ghostly figures in historic garb roamed the dimmed rooms of Newport’s Redwood Library and Athanaeum on Hallowe’en night. The... more »

  C-Span Films Newport Book Talk by Pulitzer Prize-Winning Historian Knitting together the complex skeins of post Colonial America, Pulitzer prize-winning... more »

Two Newport artists celebrating their travels in Africa showed inspired works recently at the Deblois Gallery on Bellevue Avenue, with all proceeds from the sale of the works donated to Flying Kites, ... more »

Joan Martin & Andrew Sandorfi In another daringly innovative and masterful performance, The Island Moving Company created a truly memorable – not to mention downright... more »

Pépin accepting the 2009 Pinnacle Award Jacques Pépin, the great French chef and author, was honored by The Preservation Society of Newport County at... more »

Elizabeth Meyer & Michael McCaffrey on Bystander In a classic labor of love, a boat that has participated in America’s Cup races since 1930 has been restored to... more »

Senator Sheldon Whitehouse Senator Sheldon Whitehouse was there, as was State Senator Teresa Paiva-Weed, Connie McGreavy of the U.S. Green Building Council, Christie Smith... more »

The name came to Leila de Bruyne as she watched kites flying high above Easton’s Beach. The kites were a symbol of the carefree childhood that the orphans she worked with in Nairobi would never... more »

A familiar rendering of La Goulue Consider visiting Paris for two remarkable exhibitions recherché.This summer Le Musee d'Art Moderne de la Ville de Paris... more »

Artists Katheryn Holt and Josh George NewportSeen went down to New York for the Chelsea Art Walk, visiting trendy Tria Gallery’s opening reception for artists Katheryn... more »

Ishi Dojo Day Scoreboard It was a day-long golf, tennis, spa and sporting event at the Carnegie Abbey Club as the 5th annual "Day in Paradise" welcomed... more »

The tent on the lawn at Rough Point Board members, preservationists, officials, and guests attended the third annual Doris Duke Historic Preservation Awards... more »

The ballroom darkened, the music came up, and on the screen, the raucous saxophone that plays the "Saturday Night Live" theme song began. ... more »

Tatum Toppa & Claire Davidson as the two Lucys Two adorable moppets in red wigs and 1950’s style housewife garb set the tone for... more »

NewportSeen Exclusive Interview Dr. Paul Sereno in Newport with Raptorex model Dr. Paul Sereno, the famed American... more »

John LaFarge, renowned artist and Renaissance man John LaFarge, exceptional painter, muralist, and stained glass designer, and one of the northeast’s plein... more »

Question: Why is the live auction of works by Newport’s best artists held on Sunday? Answer: Because they're being painted on Saturday. Wet... more »

McGrath Cup at Newport International Polo To celebrate it 40th year in business, McGrath Clambakes not only sponsored the McGrath Cup at Newport International Polo recently, ... more »

Jim Courier with fans, the Braff boys As the only Australian in the field of eight outstanding tennis stars, it is only fitting that Pat Cash won the finals of the... more »

Coaching at Chateau-sur-Mer Newport was transported back to the l9th century, the nostalgic best of it, as coaches and teams of four rolled down Bellevue Avenue, along the... more »

Antique figurehead, English or American, from the Ouester Gallery... more »

Michelle Muscatello In a thoroughly winning and informatiive program, television meteorologist Michelle Muscatello of Channel 12, 11 and 5, spoke to a group of... more »

Bernie Nemtzow, Ted & Vance Gatchel Those who read, and listen, view, and love learning in all its forms, came to celebrate the Newport Library and its ever-expanding... more »

The Lady Broward docked at The Carnegie Abbey Club It was billed as a “Trunk Show” aboard the 125’ yacht Lady Broward, but, as is always the case with... more »

See more on Architecture & History Stanford White Casino Theatre, An Architectural Treasure The party was on the porch of the venerable section of the... more »

“Polo is the sport of the land” – Winston Churchill Agnes, Dan & Honey Keating It was East meets West, with some... more »

Ted Clement & Boonsuay Clement Under tents on the grounds of the architecturally distinguished Bellevue Avenue home of the late Mrs. Eileen Slocum, the 2009 “Fiesta... more »

KT Sullivan singing Broadway tunes The annual Gala at the Redwood Library is refreshing, in that it doesn’t feature a live and silent auction, nor a band, nor... more »

Alexander Romanovsky, a 24-year-old Russian raised in Italy,astounded an audience of seasoned concertgoers with his powerful, articulated interpretations of works of Robert Schumann and Sergei... more »

Yellow 1950's Cadillac A vintage yellow Cadillac on the lawn set the tone for the "retro" evening.In an homage to the 1950’s, the Newport Art Museum... more »

A veritable “grove” of Grosvenors exhibited their plein air artworks at Arnold Art recently, all created by four members of the family, an artistic dynasty headed by the esteemed... more »

Author Michael Gross at the Redwood Library Irreverent, entertaining, and knowledgeable, author and former New York Magazine writer Michael Gross lectured at the Redwood... more »

It’s been a long labor of love and scholarship for Newport art expert William Vareika, just as the Noreen Stonor Drexel Chapel, under construction on the campus of Salve Regina, has been a... more »

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Co-Captains Carol Swift and Charlie Milligan with the American Eagle's crew The team Swift/Milligan, under Carol Swift and Charlie Milligan, sailing the American... more »

The celebrated Casino theatre was created by architect Stanford White as part of the Newport Casino complex designed by McKim, Mead & White in 1879-81 and formally opened in 1880. This unique... more »