OUR STORY
Like nothing else on
the Newport waterfront.
Born of the desire to forge the working history of the wharf into the very pulse of Newport, we’re part of the fabric of this community. Our aim is to be a welcoming port for visitors, as well as Rhode Island locals; always giving as good as we get.
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Community & Arts
hammetts bell
Bells have long been a symbol of significance in maritime history. They are used to note the arrival of notable guests, mark the daily routine aboard naval ves sels, and serve as warning signals in the fog. The Hammetts Bell was manufactured in 1872 by Vanduzen & Tift at its Buckeye Bell Foundry in Cincinnati, and likely hung in a church steeple. Vanduzen was founded in 1837 and produced cannons during the Civil War to support the Union war effort. The company made thousands of bells until it closed in the early 1950’s, and has the distinction of founding the largest bell cast in America.
The bell has its original clapper, but is rung only on special occasions. Our neighbors and guests need their beauty sleep!
ARTS
Art is an essential part of what we’re all about. We’ve carefully curated work from artists with strong Newport ties that grace our rooms and public spaces.
A balance of beauty and grit, these pieces capture and celebrate the true spirit of Newport.
COMMUNITY
Engaging with our Newport community is a priority for us. We do this through active outreach and collaboration with organizations and individuals who make up the rich fabric of this incredible place. If you have an idea, or an event, or a way for us to further our mission, please get in touch!
Randi Milewski is our general manager and can be reached at Randi. Milewski@hammettshotel.com.
Sarah Langley Gallery
Named for the only female owner of the wharf in history and open to the public, The Sarah Langley Gallery collection is curated by Newport Curates and changes on a seasonal basis. We feature artists from around the world with ties to Newport, who work in dynamic and varied mediums. Watch our social channels for upcoming shows and events in the gallery.
CURRENT ARTIST
Anthony Quinn
As a visual artist, Anthony Quinn practiced several art mediums simultaneously. He is best know for his Expressionistic portraits in which the painter meticulously combined the energy and dynamic of modern abstract art.
He was also an ardent sculptor, experimenting with a variety of materials, including marble, bronze, steel, and wood.
This show is presented by:
Newport Curates in collaboration with Jessica Hagen Fine Art + Design
Inquiries: newportcurates@gmail.com
A percentage of sale proceeds benefit the MLK Community Center of Newport.
As a visual artist, Anthony Quinn practiced several art mediums simultaneously. He is best know for his Expressionistic portraits in which the painter meticulously combined the energy and dynamic of modern abstract art.
He was also an ardent sculptor, experimenting with a variety of materials, including marble, bronze, steel, and wood.
This show is presented by:
Newport Curates in collaboration with Jessica Hagen Fine Art + Design
Inquiries: newportcurates@gmail.com
A percentage of sale proceeds benefit the MLK Community Center of Newport.
Permanent Collection
MAAIKE BERNSTROM
Known primarily for her storytelling through lifestyle photography, Maaike Bernstrom captures both the casual elegance and the grit of coastal living in her work Using mostly natural light, her carefree and easy style celebrates relationships and beauty, fresh air and nature, love and life.
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Mark P. “Wick” Sweeney
Wick, as his website Intentionally Wick suggests, takes photographs with an intention to capture a moment that is truly meaningful to the viewer on a personal level. His focus on bold colors gives a unique perspective to the underlying story of Newport.
Onne van der Wal
Internationally celebrated photographer Onne van der Wal is widely known for his yacht and yacht racing photography. His eye for detail in the surrounding boating world makes for stunning imagery that can be found throughout our hotel.
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Christian Harder
Christian Harder is a fine artist as much as he is a commercial editorial photographer and his work shows the beautiful blending of these two aspects to create visual storytelling in a very contemporary way.
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Rob Migliaccio
Rob Migliaccio has a knack for capturing the action of yachting and other sporting events. Taking a fine art approach to his subjects produces images that could be used in room as part of the larger collection of work.
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Alma Davenport
Alma is a photographer and archivist with a trained eye for images that tell a unique story. Her displayed collection was actually gifted to her. She has archived and collected historical details about each image.
