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Bellevue Avenue/Casino Historic District

Newport, Rhode Island • Newport County

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About This Property

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Bellevue Avenue in Newport, Rhode Island, is a grand thoroughfare renowned for its opulent Gilded Age mansions, reflecting a period of immense wealth and social prominence. It was once the epicenter of summer resort life for America's elite.

Property Information

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Category
District
Acreage
8
Listed Date
12/8/1972
Other Names
Not specified

Significance Details

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Area of Significance
Commerce; Entertainment/Recreation; Architecture; Social History
Periods of Significance
1850 Ad - 1924 Ad
National Historic Landmark
No
Level - International
No
Level - National
Yes
Level - State
No
Level - Local
No
Level - Not Indicated
No

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