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National Museum of American Illustration, Newport

4.7
#4 of 14 in Museums in Newport
Art Museum · Hidden Gem · Museum
Current Exhibitions at the NMAI:

•Norman Rockwell & His Contemporaries: Fabulous Forties to Sensational Sixties

• American Illustration and the First World War

• Howard Pyle, His Students & the Golden Age of American Illustration

• The American Muse

• John Rogers: The Norman Rockwell of Statuary
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  • By patk960
    We have been there several times. The film is excellent, the collection is outstanding. One of our favorite museums. Parking right off of Bellevue Ave is very good. Unfortunately because of...  more »
  • By Slick5276
    This house was formerly known as Vernon Court. The current owners made it into the national museum of American Illustration. Interesting place. House was once considered of of the ten most beautiful.....  more »
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  • By Elizabeth Pellegrino
    The largest collection of Maxfield Parrish works anywhere, which is awe-inspiring to see. The collection is remarkable and beautifully exhibited. You are not allowed to take photographs, which is understandable but disappointing nonetheless. Tons of Rockwell, Gibson, and Harrison Fisher, as well. Definitely worth the visit!
  • By Eliana Falk
    A treasure. Wonderful and broad collection in a beautiful mansion setting. Many Maxfield Parishes and so much more. Good audio tour. Ample parking. Overall great way to spend a day. Try Groupon for admission
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