The Gilded Age The Elms

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(1.9K) · Historical landmark in Newport, United States
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The Elms was the summer residence of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Julius Berwind of Philadelphia and New York. Mr. Berwind made his fortune in the coal …

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Apr 21, 2025
I like it a lot! This is the third time visiting this beautiful and wonderful house, big and fantastic. You can furnitures from different styles as well.Full review by 329GraceFu
Apr 8, 2025
I loved The Elms. It was my favorite of the mansions. We did the general house tour and the Servant Life Tour. I took off a star because the Servant Life Tour was lacking. It was not really about…Full review by TwofortheRoad1115
Dec 14, 2024
Beautiful holiday decorations, fascinating history, extensive gardens and grounds to explore. All around great experience for lovers of Gilded Age history!Full review by ccbayne

Facts

Construction completed:1901
Architectural style:Classical Revival

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Do they serve lunch in the garden these days?
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Sorry I thought it was a different place. We didn’t see anything but we were not looking for a place to eat.
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Is there a last tour of the season? It opened in November does it close anytime soon?
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The mansions are open all year. There are different seasons. Nov 4 thru Jan 1 is Christmas season. The mansions are closed Thanksgiving day and Christmas Day. Some mansions …
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The mansions are open all year. There are different seasons. Nov 4 thru Jan 1 is Christmas season. The mansions are closed Thanksgiving day and Christmas Day. Some mansions open at 9, others at 10. Check out the Newport mansions official web site and view the full schedule of events
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Answer by Robert M · Nov 29, 2019
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Approx how long is the Elms Tour with servants quarters?
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About 90 mins
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First time visiting Rhode Island. Is the marble, the breaker and this one all under Newport mansion? Which ticket should …
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First time visiting Rhode Island. Is the marble, the breaker and this one all under Newport mansion? Which ticket should we purchase
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Three separate mansions. All three are included in the one ticket five mansion tour price. Well worth the price. I would not try to do three mansionsin one day...too much to tour and …
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Three separate mansions. All three are included in the one ticket five mansion tour price. Well worth the price. I would not try to do three mansionsin one day...too much to tour and see. Also I would definitely recommend the downstairs tour at the Breakers. If your short on time or cost skip the Day in the Life of Servant. Hope this helps.
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