Marble House - The Preservation Society of Newport County

Marble House
596 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, Rhode Island
Whether to thank your clients and customers, reward your employees, or build your staff's
teamwork, there is simply no better venue than the Newport Mansions. If you're hosting
a conference, social event or Board of Director’s meeting in Newport, make it a memorable
occasion for your guests by choosing one of our spectacular settings.
Gold Ballroom
Photo by Patrick O'Connor
Constructed as a summer cottage for Mr. and Mrs. William K. Vanderbilt, Marble House
epitomizes the grandeur of the Gilded Age. With 500,000 cubic feet of marble and a
ballroom covered in 22-karat gold leaf, it was the most lavish house in America when
it opened in 1892. The view from the canopied terrace overlooks a colorful
Chinese Tea House at the foot of the lawn, with a breathtaking view of the
Atlantic Ocean beyond.
Rear Facade and Terrace
Marble House became a grand stage for Alva Vanderbilt's climb to social and political
power, first as a leading society hostess, and later as a leader of the "Votes for Women"
campaign. The house was the scene of both elaborate balls attended by the cream of
high society, and of political rallies to raise funds for the women's suffrage movement.
Photo by Jacque Wuest
You and your guests can enjoy the same elegant setting and service that has been enjoyed
by visiting heads-of-state, entertainers, and celebrities from all walks of life for over
100 years. This Gilded Age masterpiece and its manicured grounds will ensure that
your event is a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Aerial View
The Preservation Society of Newport County
Newport, Rhode Island • 401.847.1000 • www.NewportMansions.org
Marble House
Seating & Capacity Information
Gold Room
Terrace
Round Tables
120
200
Reception
150
250
Theater Style
120
200
Dimensions (ft.)
28x46
n/a
Square Feet
1288
n/a
18
n/a
Ceiling Height (ft.)
Terrace
Library
Study
Dining Room
Ballroom
Foyer
Photo by Ira Kerns
*Rooms shaded in grey contain museum exhibits
Evening Exterior
Back Lawn overlooking the Chinese Tea House
Entrance Foyer at Christmas
Photos by John Corbett unless otherwise noted
The Preservation Society of Newport County
Newport, Rhode Island • 401.847.1000 • www.NewportMansions.org