Great Friends Meeting House
Great Friends Meeting House, Quaker meeting house in Newport, Rhode Island.
The two-story wooden structure features wide-plank floors, plain benches, a three-sided balcony, exposed beam ceiling, and an exterior covered with shingles.
Upon completion in 1699, this religious building stood as the largest structure between Boston and New York, hosting New England Yearly Meeting of Friends until 1905.
The building reflects Quaker principles through its design, omitting decorative elements such as pulpits, statues, steeples, and stained glass windows.
The Newport Historical Society maintains and operates this religious structure as a museum, offering guided tours and educational programs about Quaker heritage.
From 1905 to 1970, this former religious building served the local African American community as a recreation center before its restoration.
Location: Newport
Part of: Newport Historic District
GPS coordinates: 41.49201,-71.31305
Latest update: March 6, 2025 01:15
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