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  • Friday, June 19 – Sunday, June 21 – The 30th Newport Flower Show: Pearls of Newport

    “Pearls of Newport” is the perfect theme for the 30th anniversary Newport Flower Show, taking place June 19–21, 2026, at Rosecliff. This milestone event will feature exquisite floral exhibits inspired by the rare beauty and hidden treasures of the City-by-the-Sea. Just as pearls symbolize elegance and sophistication, the show will spotlight stunning floral designs, botanical arts and horticulture displays that reflect Newport’s rich heritage and refined charm. The theme will also connect naturally to the city’s coastal identity and maritime history.

    In a graceful nod to the Gilded Age, when fashionable Newport women often wore pearls as a symbol of refinement and status, the show will blend historic elegance with modern creativity.

    “Pearls of Newport” promises a celebration of floral excellence wrapped in coastal beauty and timeless style.

    Don’t miss your chance to secure tickets to the Flower Show Opening Night Party on Friday, June 19, at 6 pm – the kickoff to Newport’s summer season! Tickets available now at NewportMansions.org

  • Friday, June 20 – Sunday, June 22 – The Newport Flower Show: A Floral Fair

    The 2025 Newport Flower Show, themed “A Floral Fair,” will shine at Rosecliff from June 20-22, 2025, celebrating two enchanting and vibrant themes. Inside the elegant rooms of Rosecliff, guests will be transported back to the Gilded Age, honoring the legacy of Theresa Fair Oelrichs, the mansion’s original owner. Exhibitors in Floral Design and Botanical Arts will draw inspiration from her 1913 fairy tale-themed dinner, creating captivating displays of imagination and elegance. Adding a fun twist, the first floor will also bloom with playful arrangements reminiscent of a cheerful summer county fair.

    The festivities continue outdoors on Rosecliff’s rear terrace and lawn overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Here, the Horticulture Division and Garden Displays will bring the themes to life with competitions of delightful plants, vibrant cut flowers and inspiring displays crafted by skilled amateur gardeners and local garden clubs.

    After soaking in the floral splendor, don’t forget to visit the Marketplace for some well-deserved retail therapy! From the ever-popular Newport Mansions Stores to carefully selected vendors offering unique treasures, there’s something for everyone.

    Mark your calendar to join us this summer to celebrate creativity and the beauty of nature. Preservation Society members $35, nonmembers $45. Additionally, join the celebration on Friday, June 20, 2025, at 6 pm and step into the breathtaking interiors and garden displays at Rosecliff, transformed into a fragrant wonderland of blossoms and lush displays. Sip refreshing cocktails, savor delectable small bites and shop exclusive finds, all while mingling with fellow flower lovers. With live music, stunning floral designs and the magical summer ambiance of Newport in full bloom, this is the must-attend garden party of the season. $250 members, $275 nonmembers. Tickets available for both the Show and the Party at https://www.newportmansions.org/events/the-newport-flower-show-a-floral-fair/. Photo below from 2024 taken by Sandra Gilpatrick.

  • Friday, June 21 – Sunday, June 23 – The Newport Flower Show: At Home

    Tickets are now on sale for the 2024 Newport Flower Show, June 21 – 23 at Rosecliff, 548 Bellevue Avenue in Newport, Rhode Island. You may also reserve your spot at the Opening Night Reception, the start of Newport’s summer season. For more information visit events@newportmansions.org.

    The 2024 Newport Flower Show will be back at Rosecliff, its original home, with the theme of “At Home” – celebrating the variety of florals and horticulture that we enjoy in our own homes.

    As visitors step into the foyer of Rosecliff, the air will be filled with the fragrances of abundant summer blooms. The enchanting exhibits will include an array of displays that showcase the relationship between flowers and the homes they beautify. The popular Botanical Arts division will include artists’ interpretations of items found in many homes: dolls, picture frames, the family dog and more.

    After viewing the displays in the Salon, Ballroom and Dining Room, guests will step onto the Terrace to admire the Horticulture entries and then the oceanside back lawn to explore a beautiful central garden display including a cutting garden, home orchard and pollinator garden, along with ideas to create a picturesque setting for outdoor living.

    Be sure to leave some time to browse the Marketplace, offering a variety of floral and plant options as well as home decor items for purchase.

    “At Home” will be a celebration of the beauty that flowers and plants bring to the spaces we call home. Whether you’re a flower enthusiast, a gardening hobbyist or someone seeking inspiration for home decor, this show promises a feast for the senses and a unique perspective on the intersection of nature and your home, indoors and out.

    Twice each day at 10 am and 2 pm, Lucy Hunter will present a talk and demonstration based on her book The Flower Hunter. Tickets for all events may be purchased at https://www.newportmansions.org/events/the-newport-flower-show-at-home/

  • Friday, June 23 – Sunday, June 25 – The Newport Flower Show: The Grand Tour

    The 2023 Newport Flower Show will celebrate the early 19th-century custom of a trip as a means of gaining both exposure and association with the sophistication of Europe. The title of this year’s event is The Grand Tour.

    Guests will be enriched by surroundings steeped in cultural and social history while delighting in all the color and beauty of the floral world. The Show will take place at Marble House, Newport, R.I., from June 23-25, 2023.

    Rosecliff is undergoing several important restoration projects this summer and is not available to host the 2023 Show. We will return to Rosecliff in 2024. Flower Show and Opening Reception Tickets will be available as of April 1. Visit www.newportmansions.org

  • Friday, June 17 – Sunday, June 19 – The Newport Flower Show: Eden … A Personal Paradise

    From Fantasy Gardens and Modern Farms to Community Plantings and Plant Parents, the concept of a personal Eden has been redefined. Visit Rosecliff from June 17 – 19, 2022. The Opening Reception will take place Friday, June 17. Tickets information may be found at https://www.newportmansions.org/events/newport-flower-show Presenting Sponsor is Bartlett Tree Experts. Group tours are welcome. For groups of 20 or more, advance reservations are required. Proceeds will benefit the preservation and rehabilitation of the historic landscapes of The Preservation Society of Newport. All visitors ages five and older must be fully vaccinated, and visitors will be required to provide proof of vaccination and photo ID at the entrance – no exceptions. Proof of a COVID booster shot for all visitors 12 and older also required. Masks required indoors.

  • Friday, June 18 – Sunday, June 20 – The Newport Flower Show: Back in Bloom: A Ballroom Floral Fantasy

    Many have asked about The Newport Flower Show, which usually takes place in June. Unfortunately, COVID safety restrictions prohibit The Preservation Society of Newport County from hosting the show with the popular opening cocktail party and dinner, luncheons and lectures, and Oceanside Boutiques Marketplace. But that doesn’t mean they’re giving up on flowers!


    From June 18-20, 2021, at Rosecliff, they will present Back in Bloom: A Ballroom Floral Fantasy – an extravagant floral installation inside Newport’s most famous ballroom, creating a unique fantasy of sight, scent and sound.


    Beautiful floral arrangements and lush indoor garden vignettes will be created by members of area garden clubs and other enthusiasts. Patricia H. Fernandez returns as Chair of the event and brings with her an experienced group of volunteers to oversee the design and installation of the exhibits. An assortment of best-in-show ribbons will be awarded and displayed during the event. Bartlett Tree Experts continues its generous support as the Presenting Sponsor of the event.


    Details of Back in Bloom are being finalized and tickets will be available soon for purchase through the Society’s website at www.newportmansions.org/events.

  • Thursday, June 18 – Sunday, June 20, 2021 – The Newport Flower Show: Voices in the Garden

    The Newport Flower Show, Voices in the Garden, will take place June 18 – 20, 2021 at Rosecliff.

    Voices are like fingerprints. Each has a unique register and leaves an indelible signature. A garden is the reflection of the gardener’s voice.
    Whether that voice echoes the strength in mighty trees, the romance of fragrant flowers, or the laughter of bubbling water, all are still
    heard in great gardens. Celebrate the voices of great American gardeners with us!

    Friday, June 18, 2021 10:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
    Saturday, June 19, 2021  9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
    Sunday, June 22 2021 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

    Show Highlights

    Festive Opening Night Party
    Colorful floral designs
    Horticulture competition
    Garden displays
    Unique shopping opportunities
    Afternoon Tea
    Champagne & Jazz Brunch
    Lectures and demonstrations

    Opening Night Party

    Friday, June 18, 2021
    Cocktail Buffet & Entertainment
    6 p.m. – 9 p.m. All proceeds from the Newport Flower Show benefit the preservation and restoration of the historic landscapes of The Preservation Society of Newport County.

  • Saturday, June 22, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm – Laura LeBoutillier

    Enjoy an elegant, seated luncheon on the grounds of the Newport Flower Show at Rosecliff on June 22 at 11:30 am and then remain for an entertaining presentation with Laura LeBoutillier.

    Get to know Laura LeBoutillier of Garden Answer in this Q&A style presentation. During the presentation you’ll learn about Laura’s journey to video fame and the passion for gardening that inspires her videos.

    Laura grew up around her parent’s garden center in Eastern Oregon. She worked there for 10 years and in 2014 started making gardening YouTube videos as a hobby along with her husband Aaron. After 2 short years of creating online videos she amassed over 1 million followers. Today she has over 2.5 million followers on Facebook and approaching half a million on Youtube. This easily makes her the most watched gardener on the internet.

    Admission:  Luncheon & Lecture $100/Lecture Only $50 (Both include one-day Show admission) Purchase at https://www.newportmansions.org/events/newport-flower-show/lectures-and-demonstrations

  • Friday, June 21, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm – India Hicks Lecture and Luncheon

    Enjoy an elegant seated luncheon on the grounds of the Newport Flower Show at Rosecliff in Newport on June 21, beginning at 11:30 am, and then remain for the entertaining and educational speaker presentation.

    One of this year’s keynote speakers at The Newport Flower Show will be internationally known lifestyle expert, India Hicks. Ms. Hicks will delight guests with her talk titled “Live an Extraordinary Life.” 

    India Hicks is the author of three beautifully illustrated lifestyle books, and is a former fashion model, TV personality, royal commentator and preservationist. She is the granddaughter of The Earl Mountbatten of Burma, and her godfather is the Prince of Wales. Her father was famed interior decorator David Hicks, and her mother is Lady Pamela Hicks, whose father was the last viceroy of India, hence India’s name.

    Admission:  Luncheon & Lecture $100/Lecture Only $50 (Both include one-day Show admission) Purchase tickets online at https://www.newportmansions.org/events/newport-flower-show/lectures-and-demonstrations

  • Friday, June 21 – Sunday, June 23 – Newport Flower Show: Audubon Artistic Adventures

    American ornithologist and painter John James Audubon (1785-1851) declared that he only came alive when “in the field” of this wild new land.  His artful hand created a pictorial journal not only of the birds he loved but also of their habitats.  Join The Preservation Society of Newport County at Rosecliff as we travel with this visionary naturalist in our own Artistic Adventure.

    Friday, June 21, 2019:  10:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
    Saturday, June 22, 2019:  9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
    Sunday, June 23, 2019: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

    Show Highlights

    Festive Opening Night Party (June 21, 6 – 9)
    Colorful floral designs 
    Horticulture exhibits
    Garden displays
    Unique shopping opportunities
    Afternoon Tea
    Moonlight Movie 
    Champagne & Jazz Brunch
    Lectures and demonstrations
    Children’s activities All proceeds from the Newport Flower Show benefit the preservation and restoration of the historic landscapes of The Preservation Society of Newport County. Purchase tickets online at https://www.newportmansions.org/events/newport-flower-show