Photography Rules at the Newport Mansions

Photography Rules

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The Preservation Society now allows interior photography at all of the Newport Mansions, with the exception of Hunter House, for non-commercial and social media uses only by visitors. Photography is only allowed when it does not disrupt the quiet enjoyment of the properties by other visitors. For everyone’s safety, selfie sticks, tripods, flash and stairway photography are prohibited. No commercial use or sale of images is permitted without prior written agreement from the Preservation Society.

During guided and group tours, stops for brief photo ops will be allowed as time permits. Guests using audio tour devices may use their own discretion in taking time for photographs unless they delay other guests. Visitors may not record guides giving their presentations. At no time may visitors step beyond the roped boundaries of the tour route. Photo ops may be limited when there is high volume visitation. In all cases, visitors must follow the direction of house staff about photography.

Photography during programs, lectures and receptions will be allowed on a case by case basis.

The use of drones over Preservation Society properties, even equipped with smart devices, remains completely prohibited, regardless of whether the controller is on or off Preservation Society property.

Exterior Photography

Visitors to the Newport Mansions are welcome to photograph or videotape the exterior of the houses and their grounds for their own personal use. No commercial use of any photographs taken on the grounds is permitted except with advance written permission from the Preservation Society.

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Operating Schedule

Starting November 20, 2021

Holidays at The Newport Mansions

The Breakers open daily through January 9, 2022. Marble House and The Elms open daily through January 2, 2022.

Sparkling Lights at The Breakers Thursdays-Sundays, 5-7 p.m. Includes interior.

The Breakers open Mondays-Wednesdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., last admission 4 p.m. Thursdays-Sundays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., last admission 3 p.m. See Operating Schedule for early closings.

December 18: Marble House and The Elms stay open for evening hours. Last admission at 6 p.m., houses and grounds close at 7 p.m. No Sparkling Lights at The Breakers that night.

Closed Christmas. Houses close at 3 p.m. on Christmas Eve.

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