The Newport Public Library offers free or discounted admission to several museums in Southern New England.
Please Note: Some museums may not be open or honoring passes during the ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic. Please contact the Library for more information.
MUSEUM PASSES are available at the Circulation Desk and are for patrons to check out on a first-come, first-served basis. They are due back after 7 days. Limitations vary according to each institution. The overdue fine for returnable passes is $2.00/day.
COUPON PASSES are also available at the Circulation Desk. These do NOT have to be returned; again, limitations vary depending on the institution, so call us for more detailed information (401) 847-8720 x201.
Audrain Auto Museum
222 Bellevue Avenue
Newport, RI 02840
(401) 856-4420
Without pass: Adults $20.00; Seniors $10.00; Military and Students (with ID) $10.00; Children (6-17) $8.00
With pass: One free admission. Does not include special events.
Audrain Auto Museum
The International Tennis Hall of Fame
194 Bellevue Avenue
Newport, RI 02840
(800) 457-1144
Without pass: Adults $15.00; Seniors(62+)/Military/Students/USAT/AAA $12.00; AARP Members $11.00;Children (16 and under) Free
With pass: One pass provides free admission for a family (2 adults, 2 children); a separate pass provides free admission for one adult
The International Tennis Hall of Fame
Newport Art Museum
76 Bellevue Avenue
Newport, RI 02840
(401) 848-8200
Without pass: Adults $15.00; Seniors $10.00; Students/Military $8.00
With pass: Admits 2 adults and children under 18 free
Newport Art Museum
Newport History Tours
127 Thames Street
Newport, RI 02840
(401) 841-8770
Without pass: $15 per person, $10 Newport Historical Society members, active duty and retired military with ID; $5 for children ages 5-12.
With pass: Weekdays-1 free walking tour for 1 person; Weekends-1 half-priced walking tour for 1 person.
Newport History Tours
Norman Bird Sanctuary
583 Third Beach Road
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 846-2577
Without pass: Adults $7; Seniors/Military $6; Student w/ID $3; Children (3-18) $3; Children under 3 Free.
With pass: Free family admission
Norman Bird Sanctuary
Rough Point
680 Bellevue Avenue
Newport, RI
(401) 847-8344
Without pass: Adults $25; Youth (ages 13-18) & Students (w/ID)$10; Children under 12 Free
With pass: Free admission for up to 2 adults and 2 Youth/Students.
Rough Point
Admission prices & hours are set by the institutions listed, they are subject to change. Please call ahead to verify information.