National Register of Historic Places
Old Colony House
Old Colony House is a historic place in Newport, Newport County, Rhode Island, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1966, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 66000014.
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Old Colony House
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About this place
What is Old Colony House?
The Old Colony House, also known as Old State House or Newport Colony House, is located at the east end of Washington Square in the city of Newport, Rhode Island, United States. It is a brick Georgian-style building completed in 1741, and was the meeting place for the colonial legislature. From independence in 1776 to the early 20th century, the state legislature alternated its sessions between here and the Rhode Island State House in Providence.
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Listing details
- Name
- Old Colony House
- City
- Newport
- County
- Newport County
- State
- Rhode Island
- Listed on the National Register
- October 15, 1966
- NRIS reference number
- 66000014
- Resource type
- building
- National Historic Landmark
- Yes
- Coordinates
- 41.49031, -71.31303
When was Old Colony House listed on the National Register?
Old Colony House was added to the National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1966.
Where is Old Colony House located?
Old Colony House is located in Newport, Newport County, Rhode Island at approximately 41.49031, -71.31303. See the map above.
Is Old Colony House a National Historic Landmark?
Yes. Old Colony House is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.
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