• Museum Of Newport History And Shop - Visitors will begin their experience at the Museum of Newport History and Shop. Tour participants enjoy complimentary access to this acclaimed museum, which explores Newport’s history from its inception to the Gilded Age.
• Shops at Long Wharf - Tour participants will commence their adventure on Long Wharf, the city’s sole public wharf during colonial times.
• 58 Thames St - Guests will pause outside the Captain William Read House to learn about the infamous Stamp Act of 1765 and Newport’s own Liberty Tree.
• Liberty Tree Park - Guests will visit Liberty Tree Park to see Newport’s Liberty Tree and discover the contributions of Founding Father William Ellery.
• 34 Farewell St - Guests will visit the Coddington Family Burial Ground to learn about Newport’s first governor, William Coddington, and the Society of Friends, also known as Quakers.
• Great Friends Meeting House - Guests will explore the oldest house of worship in Rhode Island and learn about the Quakers’ influence during the American Revolution in Newport.
• Wanton-Lyman-Hazard House - Guests will visit one of Newport’s oldest residences, the Wanton-Lyman-Hazard House, to learn about the governors, patriots, and loyalists who resided there.
• Colony House - Guests will explore the Colony House, the nation’s fourth oldest surviving state house, to learn about colonial politics and governance in early Rhode Island, as well as the British occupation of the city.
• Clarke Street Meeting House - Guests will visit the Second Congregational Church on Clarke Street to learn about the British Occupation, minister Ezra Stiles, and the French support during the war.
• Artillery Company of Newport - Guests will explore the Artillery Company of Newport to learn about its role in the Revolution.
• Vernon House - Guests will discover the history of the French occupation of the city and the location where the Comte de Rochambeau established his headquarters in Newport.

• Museum Admission
• English Speaking Guide
• 10% Discount on NHS Museum Store Purchases

• Parking fees
• Gratuities

Delve into Newport’s Revolutionary War history with the captivating walking tour, Road to Independence. This tour guides participants to notable landmarks such as Washington Square and the Colony House. Uncover Newport’s significant contributions during the events leading to the American Revolution, including European occupations, George Washington’s visit, and the city’s struggle for liberty. Ideal for history enthusiasts, families, and inquisitive travelers, this tour provides an engaging experience rich with expert insights, fascinating tales, and a profound comprehension of America’s journey to independence!

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