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Category Archives: Architecture
The Preservation Society of Newport County owns and cares for this beautiful mansion named The Breakers for the waves that break into the cliff it is built on. The Breakers is renown for being the most opulent mansion in Newport’s History. The public can take tours here and it is so worth touring. Even if you snub your nose at over-the -top wealth in it’s showiest form, the art, detail and work going into every square inch of this architectural masterpiece is undeniably mind boggling and awe inspiring. And as impressive as the exterior of this mansion is, it is really quite modest compared to the decadence that lies inside. Unfortunately no interior photos were allowed which burst my bubble. However I respected that, they sell books inside that have beautiful photos of the stunning interior and maybe the rule was set in place so that those sales were not harmed. That and their fear of the millions of fabric fading flashes of light that would over time take it’s toll. I can only imagine a fortune must be had to keep such a piece of art restored to it’s full glory.
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Here is the 2nd installment of our Newport Rhode Island Photo Tour. I am donning the hat of the unofficial “Visit Rhode Island” Liason. A classic sailboat docked at Bowen’s Wharf is a common site here. Sailing is definitely a huge part of Newport’s identity. You see sailboats and referencing to sailing at every turn. We even got a chance to watch the local sailing school in action with teeny tiny sailboats (so cute!).
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So I am finally getting around to going through our photos from our Newport, RI trip last May. There were so many beautiful things about this town and although I can offer only a pinch of some of the visual, there was so much more. The pride this town has in it’s history & it’s art & it’s ties to the ocean is seen everywhere and so inspirational. As you interact more and more you feel a distinct air of wholesomeness & friendliness that resonates in the delightful personalities of the locals. And although this town generates quite a large bit of tourism, it feels so far from touristy. This is a gem that is worth a visit. Thanks honey for finding it and all your planning you did to take us there. Newport, I love you and I cannot wait to come back year after year after year to explore all of your lovely layers…
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If you are wondering why the sudden drop off in Blog posts and FB chatter, I am still getting caught up from our recent week long family trip out to Newport, RI (which has secured it’s place as my favorite road trip vacation destination!). We are still in catch up mode but we will be posting more lovely inspiration again very soon! In the meantime here is a little bit of lovely inspiration. A lovely sunset panorama of Newport Harbor. If you have never been, consider it. It is only about 6-7 hours away (just stay off of 95 through NYC) and there are a ton of things to do for all ages. It is gorgeous, historical and so friendly! And the historical houses & mansions are WOW!
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If you ever need to try a new beach destination, we couldn’t recommend Cape May more. It is gorgeous, clean and delicious! And for the most part feels like you are stepping back in time when things were more wholesome, classy, respectable, polite and family oriented. Love this place… Cape May, NJ Addict & Harrisburg Area & Central PA’s Modern Portrait & Wedding Photographer – Grace Lightner Photography
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