The Armory, build in 1836, houses an extensive collection of military uniforms and artifacts from all parts of the world. As Mrs. Astors' family members, society friends, and domestic staff guide you through Beechwood, you will get a glimpse of the splendid lifestyle the Astor family brought to Newport during the Victorian era. This Louis XII style French Castle was built in 1891 - 1894 for Oliver Hazard Perry Belmont, who married the divorced Mrs. William K. Vanderbilt. The elaborate structure houses a priceless collection of art treasures and antiques from 32 European and Oriental countries including stained glass and Oriental rugs. The owners of the Castle, the Tinney family, maintain the Castle as their residence.
Complimentary coffee is served.
Open February through New Year's Day, closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. See our website for the tour schedule and calendar of events. Gift Shop in the carriage house. Guided tours 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Tuesday through Sundays, April 15 to October 1 and most holidays. On these cobblestoned wharves is a collection of interesting shops, attractive watefront taverns, restaurants and craftsmen's workshops.