Tomorrow, 9 am
VIRTUAL/IN-PERSON: Splendor by the Sea: Newport Mansions of the Gilded Age
Architect and historian Gary Lawrance shares the story of Newport, Rhode Island in the Gilded Age—the destination for the phenomenally rich to spend their summers. Through archival images and stories, we’ll digitally explore the magnificent mansions that made up their elite playground in its heyday. This is a Zoom presentation that will be shown in the library or can be viewed from home. In-person: No registration required. For virtual viewing, library members may register by visiting our website. For additional inquiries, please call the library.