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Newport History Tour of the Month: Newport and the Navy

The June Tour of the Month will explore the long relationship between Newport, RI and the U.S. Navy.

Tour of the Month: Newport and the Navy

Saturday, June 20 at 11am

Brick Market Museum & Shop, 127 Thames Street, Newport

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Naval War College historian John Hattendorf will lead a walking tour in central Newport, giving an overview of Newport’s naval history and pointing out some sites associated with naval activities that can be seen on foot in this area.

Reservations required as space is limited, call 401.841.8770. Tours cost $15 per person, $10 Newport Historical Society members and active duty military with ID. Newport History Tours is a partnership between the Newport Restoration Foundation and Newport Historical Society.

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