Wanton-Lyman-Hazard House

The Wanton-Lyman-Hazard House is a colonial residence in Newport featuring two stories topped with a high peaked roof and a central chimney. The exterior shows dark red clapboard walls with white trim around the entrance, making it distinct from other period buildings nearby.

Built in 1697 for merchant Stephen Mumford, the house became a focal point during colonial unrest. In 1765 it suffered damage during the Stamp Act riots when protesters targeted it as the home of a Loyalist owner.

The home reflects how Newport transformed from a Quaker settlement into a busy trading port through the way rooms were arranged and decorated over time. Walking through the spaces shows how the community's needs and wealth changed.

The house sits at the corner of Broadway and Stone Street in downtown Newport, making it accessible to visitors on foot. It operates as a museum managed by the Newport Historical Society, allowing guests to explore the colonial rooms and learn about how this dwelling was used.

Analysis of paint layers discovered in 1999 uncovered multiple historical color schemes that evolved over three centuries of use. This finding reveals how decorative tastes and preferences shifted across different periods of occupation.

Location: Rhode Island

Architectural style: American colonial architecture

Website: https://newporthistory.org/properties/wanton-lyman-hazard-house

GPS coordinates: 41.49083,-71.31333

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:40