Isaac Bell House is a Shingle Style house in Newport, Rhode Island. Built in 1883, it was designed by McKim, Mead & White, and is a National Historic Landmark. It is owned by The Preservation Society of Newport County.
Location: 70 Perry Street, Newport, Rhode Island, United States
Verified facts
- Located in Bellevue Avenue Historic District, Newport, Rhode Island
confidence 70/100 · 2 recorded source groups · SRC-0403, SRC-0404 - Designed by McKim, Mead & White
confidence 70/100 · 2 recorded source groups · SRC-0403, SRC-0404 - Built in 1883
confidence 70/100 · 2 recorded source groups · SRC-0403, SRC-0404 - Architectural style: Shingle Style
confidence 70/100 · 2 recorded source groups · SRC-0403, SRC-0404 - Historic designation: National Historic Landmark
confidence 85/100 · 3 recorded source groups · SRC-0403, SRC-0405, SRC-0486 - Owned by The Preservation Society of Newport County
confidence 85/100 · 3 recorded source groups · SRC-0404, SRC-0405, SRC-0403
Evidence & sources
- SRC-0403 — National Park Service / Rhode Island Historical Preservation – NHL Nomination (Tier 1, official_archive; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-0404 — The Preservation Society of Newport County (Newport Mansions) (Tier 1, owner_statement; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-0405 — A4 Architecture + Planning, Inc. (Tier 2, scholarship; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-0486 — Isaac Bell House (The Preservation Society of Newport County / Newport Mansions, official operator site) (Tier 1, official_site; retrieved June 2026)
How we verify
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Source tiers are internal classifications, not guarantees of accuracy or independence.
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personal information are structurally barred from publication. Last reviewed June 2026.
Plan Your Visit
Hours: Seasonal (roughly spring-fall); open select days. Guide-led timed tours offered on scheduled days/times. Check official site for current schedule.
Admission: Single-property ticket: adult $25, youth (6-12) $10, under 6 free; free with any Newport Mansions ticket, Access Pass or membership
Frequently asked questions
Can you visit Isaac Bell House?
Yes — Isaac Bell House is open to the public. Hours: Seasonal (roughly spring-fall); open select days. Guide-led timed tours offered on scheduled days/times. Check official site for current schedule.. Admission: Single-property ticket: adult $25, youth (6-12) $10, under 6 free; free with any Newport Mansions ticket, Access Pass or membership.
Who designed Isaac Bell House?
Isaac Bell House was designed by McKim, Mead & White.
Where is Isaac Bell House located?
Isaac Bell House is located in Newport, Rhode Island.