THE NEWPORT RARE BOOK FAIR

THE NEWPORT RARE BOOK FAIR

Friday, Jun 02, 2023 - Sunday, Jun 04, 2023 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM

NEWPORT CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH, JUNE 2-4, 2023

THE VENUE

  

The congregation was gathered as Newport's First Congregational Church in 1695. The current structure was built in 1857 and designated a National Historic Landmark in 2012. The entire sanctuary, including stained glass windows, murals and ceiling murals was designed by John La Farge in 1880. This is one of only two churches in the country completely decorated by La Farge that is still in existence.

THE PROGRAM

Friday June 2nd:

4 pm – 7 pm: Preview Night: Enjoy wine, beer, cocktails and canapes while having first access to the books.  Tickets cost $75.

 

Saturday June 3rd:

 11 am – 6 pm:  Book Fair: Free Admission

 

Sunday June 4th: 

11 am – 5 pm: Book Fair: Free Admission