History of Swiss Village and Arthur Curtiss James’ Newport Properties
Presented by Francis X. Girr
Local historian, Francis X. Girr will take us on a pictorial journey through the development of Swiss Village, originally named Surprise Valley Farm by Arthur Curtiss James. He will also present information on Arthur Curtiss James, his father Daniel Willis James, and surrounding properties owned by the Jameses including Belvoir, its successor Beacon Hill House, and Edgehill. Mr. Girr offers seminars at Salve Regina University’s Circle of Scholars on the Missing Mansions of Newport and has an extensive teaching background in both English and business communications.
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Advance registration is required. Please call 401-848-7229 x10 or email jill@svffoundation.org to register.
