š Historic 18th-century mansion in Newport, Rhode Island.
š Served as headquarters for the French army during the Revolutionary War.
It's renowned for being the site where La Gazette Francoise, the first known service newspaper printed by an expeditionary force, was published in 1780. The house also highlights the experiences of its many occupants, including prosperous merchants and enslaved people, and its later transformations into a boarding house and convent.
š° Discover the birthplace of early expeditionary journalism
šļø Explore a colonial mansion with rich history
š³ Walk through the garden and see historic plaques
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æļø Limited street parking available.
šļø Tours are seasonal and have a cost.
š¶ You can access the garden and see the sign for free.
š° Tours have a cost.
š Tours are only during "the season".
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