BELCOURT CASTLE

NEWPORT, RI

Historic Capt. Talbot house on Hope Street, ca. 1838, Bristol, Rhode Island (USA)
Historic Capt. Talbot house on Hope Street, ca. 1838, Bristol, Rhode Island (USA) Credit: usf1fan2

Belcourt Castle is a Gilded Age mansion located in Newport, Rhode Island. Built in 1894 by the renowned architectural firm of McKim, Mead & White, the castle is considered one of the finest examples of the period’s French chateau-style architecture. The castle is set on a sprawling 65-acre estate with formal gardens and acres of woodland.

The main house has three stories and a basement, and is constructed of Indiana limestone. The walls are adorned with elaborate carvings and the roof topped with copper. Inside, the castle features a grand entrance hall with a grand staircase, a chapel, a formal dining room, library, and a ballroom.

The interior is filled with art and antiques from all over the world, and the castle also houses a large collection of paintings, sculptures, and rare books. Belcourt Castle is a popular tourist attraction and is open for tours throughout the year.

The grounds of the castle are also open to the public, and visitors can enjoy the formal gardens, a pond, and a gazebo. The castle is also home to a number of events throughout the year, including weddings, corporate events, and private parties.

Belcourt Castle is a magnificent example of Gilded Age architecture and a must-see destination for anyone visiting Newport, Rhode Island.

BELCOURT CASTLE is a Uncategorized or General Museum in NEWPORT RI. US MID #8404400058

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: New England (Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont).

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BELCOURT CASTLE
657 BELLEVUE AVE
NEWPORT
RI
02840-4280

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BELCOURT CASTLE Information

MID # 8404400058
Name BELCOURT CASTLE
Alternate Name BELCOURT CASTLE
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , New England
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 050344790
NTEECC A51
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 41.455847, -71.306344
CODES FIPS State Code: 44
FIPS County Code: 005
US Census Tract: 040900
US Census Block: 2067