Newport Restoration Foundation

The Newport Restoration Foundation was founded by Doris Duke in 1968 in Newport, Rhode Island to preserve the architectural and cultural heritage of Newport, including 18th century colonial homes. Former First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis was the foundation's vice president.

It is the largest collection of vernacular architecture in the Northeastern United States. In the 1960s, structures in Newport were threatened by redevelopment. Doris Duke purchased and restored over 83 individual houses under her direction. The entire project represents one of the largest preservation efforts undertaken in modern times and is currently led by executive directors, Amy Elizabeth-Winsor, Alyssa Lozupone, and Gina Tangorra.

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