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National Museum of American Illustration

353 Reviews

#2 of 118 things to do in Newport

Art Museums, Museums

Vernon Court, 492 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI 02840

+1 401-851-8949

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“Pleasant surprise ”

We have been visiting Newport for decades and did not know about it. The setting is lovely in a... read more

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Luna K

New York City, New York

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“Great way to see mansion plus museum”

Extensive collection of illustration art in a beautiful restored mansion. The audio tour allows you... read more

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

raizen

Denver, Colorado

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The National Museum of American Illustration (NMAI) is situated in Vernon Court, a Gilded Age mansion (1898). Vernon Court is on the Natl. Register of Historic Places with interiors inspired by the palace at Versailles. The NMAI focuses on original illustration artworks created to be reproduced in books, periodicals, advertising and in other print media. Featured artists include: Norman Rockwell, Maxfield Parrish, Howard Pyle, JC Leyendecker, Jessie Willcox Smith, NC Wyeth and 150 others. Free parking for museum visitors is available in our lot located on Victoria Avenue.

5.0

353 reviews

Excellent84%
Very good12%
Average2%
Poor1%
Terrible1%

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Vernon Court, 492 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI 02840

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Luna K

New York City, New York

3117

Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

Pleasant surprise

We have been visiting Newport for decades and did not know about it. The setting is lovely in a beautiful mansion, with a wonderful collection of Norman Rockwell artwork and more. Highly recommend this Museum.

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raizen

Denver, Colorado

11715

Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

Great way to see mansion plus museum

Extensive collection of illustration art in a beautiful restored mansion. The audio tour allows you to dive into as much detail as you want. Very educational and enjoyable.

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Aiden M

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Second Largest Collection of Norman Rockwell

My wife is more the artist, but these images are so iconic even I could appreciate their beauty and cultural significance. The building itself is quite lovely also.

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fortlew1

Massachusetts

5925

Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

Fabulous!

Got a Goldstar recommendation to buy $6 ticket to this museum. A friend was visiting from out of town so we drove down today. It's a 19th century mansion turned into museum. Leyendecker was doing Saturday Evening Post covers before Norman Rockwell. Lots on Maxwell...More

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Sue S

Great Missenden

145

Reviewed 12 May 2018 via mobile

The best museum in Newport

It was by chance that I came across this museum when researching things to do in a two day visit to Newport. We even rescheduled our planned trip as the museum is only open on Fridays out of season. This is a wonderful collection of...More

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CarmenereShea

Washington DC, District of Columbia

105

Reviewed 6 May 2018

Lovely Setting and Informative Tour

Set in a beautiful historic mansion, this museum seeks to showcase how illustration is truly an art form. We certainly left convinced of such! If you can try and make it to the tour as well--our guide was very informative and entertaining.

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Ello4977

Falmouth, Massachusetts

9837

Reviewed 22 April 2018 via mobile

We will be back

The artwork is stunning and there is so much to see. We arrived late for the tour but spent 20 minutes asking questions after the tour. History of illustration books for sale that are beautiful. Will be back when we have more time

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Running_Eagle

Boston, Massachusetts

105

Reviewed 6 April 2018 via mobile

Interesting & informative

Enjoyed a one hour visit today. Even had a chance to speak to the owners and learn about their labor of love. It’s great for people of all ages & attention spans. Make sure to visit the lower level which contains war propaganda posters -...More

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Karen L

7021

Reviewed 22 March 2018

A visit to some great illustrators

This museum presents as though you are in someone's expensive home, loved the Maxfield Parrish prints and Norman Rockwell. So much to see, including sculptures. The setting is beautiful, great way to showcase the architecture of Newport and see some wonderful art.

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walshgolfmw

Burlington, Massachusetts

337

Reviewed 16 March 2018 via mobile

Glad I didn’t miss this one

A great museum near the Cliff Walk of Newport R.I. The museum has a great audio tour of the famous artists and paintings. This museum is a real gem. Featured artists are Leyendecker, Parrish, Plle, Wyeth, and my favorite Norman Rockwell. They have the 2nd...More

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