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The Newport Restoration Foundation Board of Trustees and The Awards Committee cordially invite you to the 20th Annual Doris Duke Historic Preservation Awards.
Friday, September 11, 2026
5:30 – 8:00 PM
Honoring Our 2026 Award Recipients
The 2026 President’s Award Honors Tom Perkins for his lifetime of excellence in historic preservation
The Resiliency Award for the Visionary Floodproofing and Preservation of The Spouting Rock Beach Association Historic Clubhouse
The Excellence in Historic Preservation Award for the Meticulous Restoration and Stewardship of Miramar
Celebrating two decades of exemplary historic preservation across our community.
About the Newport Restoration Foundation
NRF is a nonprofit organization founded by Doris Duke in 1968 to protect and preserve the unique architectural and cultural heritage of Newport. Our multi-faceted approach to historic preservation centers on sustainability, adaptability, and resiliency as outcomes of our initiatives in preservation trades training, shaping urban environments, and collaborative community storytelling.
Our
Houses
Rough Point Museum
Rough Point Museum was the Newport home of heiress, collector, and philanthropist Doris Duke (1912-1993). Explore Doris Duke’s life and legacy, her collections of art, and the work of the Newport Restoration Foundation.
Vernon House
The William Vernon House (circa 1708 & 1760) is one of the most historically significant buildings in Newport, Rhode Island. The house is connected to many integral stories from Newport’s history and today is a venue for contemporary storytelling and conversations.
Preservation Properties
Following Doris Duke’s vision to “preserve and restore,” NRF has completed over 140 projects over the course of nearly six decades—shaping the cityscape of Newport and how we experience the city today.
The Newport Restoration Foundation’s Portfolio of Colonial Homes Designated as an Irreplaceable America Site
This new list recognizes 10 historic places across the United States whose preservation is essential to the richness and complexity of American history as the nation approaches the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence .
Lead Paint Adaptation and Remediation Strategies for Historic Windows
In partnership with the City of Newport and Heritage Restoration, Inc., we have developed a series of guidelines to help historic homeowners, cultural organizations, and contractors better understand how to respond to the RI lead hazard laws, safely address lead remediation in their own properties, and protect the historic features—like windows— of the building.
Marking 250 years of the American Revolution
This year, we are reflecting on 250 years of the founding of the United States. Join us for exhibitions, programs, and events that commemorate the story of our nation .
NRF
Store
Visit the NRF Store and browse our selection inspired by our preservation properties, unique items from the collections, the life of Doris Duke, and more.
