Rosecliff is a Beaux-Arts landmark in Newport, Rhode Island, and a filming location for The Great Gatsby (1974), True Lies (1994) and The Betsy (1978) among other productions. Built in 1902, it was designed by McKim, Mead & White (Stanford White), and is listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. It is owned by Theresa Fair Oelrichs (with Hermann Oelrichs).
Location: 548 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, Rhode Island, United States
Verified facts
- Located in Bellevue Avenue Historic District, Newport, Rhode Island
confidence 70/100 · 2 independent sources · SRC-0365, SRC-0366 - Designed by McKim, Mead & White (Stanford White)
confidence 85/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-0365, SRC-0366, SRC-0367 - Built in 1902
confidence 70/100 · 2 independent sources · SRC-0365, SRC-0366 - Architectural style: Beaux-Arts
confidence 70/100 · 2 independent sources · SRC-0365, SRC-0366 - Historic designation: National Register of Historic Places (listed February 6, 1973)
confidence 75/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-0367, SRC-0368, SRC-3008 - Appeared in The Great Gatsby (movie, 1974) — as filming location (Jay Gatsby's mansion)
confidence 85/100 · 5 independent sources · SRC-0369, SRC-0370, SRC-0483, SRC-4287, SRC-0117 - Appeared in True Lies (movie, 1994) — as filming location (ballroom interior scenes)
confidence 85/100 · 5 independent sources · SRC-0370, SRC-0365, SRC-4287, SRC-0117, SRC-7399 - Appeared in The Betsy (movie, 1978)
confidence 75/100 · 4 independent sources · SRC-0370, SRC-0368, SRC-4287, SRC-4289 - Appeared in Heaven's Gate (movie, 1980)
confidence 70/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-0370, SRC-4287, SRC-4289 - Appeared in Amistad (movie, 1997)
confidence 90/100 · 4 independent sources · SRC-0365, SRC-0370, SRC-0368, SRC-4287 - Appeared in 27 Dresses (movie, 2008)
confidence 75/100 · 4 independent sources · SRC-0370, SRC-4311, SRC-0366, SRC-7285 - Appeared in The Gilded Age (tv, 2022-)
confidence 90/100 · 4 independent sources · SRC-0365, SRC-0370, SRC-0368, SRC-4287
Ownership history
Current owner — Preservation Society of Newport County (since 1971)
confidence 95/100 · SRC-4000, SRC-0368, SRC-0365, SRC-7197, SRC-0367, SRC-10170
Current owner — Theresa Fair Oelrichs (with Hermann Oelrichs)
confidence 85/100 · SRC-0365, SRC-0366, SRC-3009
Evidence & sources
- SRC-0117 — Newport Discovery Guide – Movies Filmed in Newport RI (Tier 2, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-0365 — The Preservation Society of Newport County (Newport Mansions) (Tier 1, owner_statement; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-0366 — Lost New England (Tier 2, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-0367 — Historic Structures (Tier 2, scholarship; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-0368 — Wikipedia (Tier 3, encyclopedia; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-0369 — The Worldwide Guide to Movie Locations (Tier 2, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-0370 — Newport Historical Society (Tier 2, scholarship; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-0483 — Rhode Tour (Rhode Island Historical Society / Rhode Island Humanities) – Rosecliff and The Great Gatsby (Tier 1, official_archive; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-10170 — Newport Discovery Guide — Rosecliff Mansion (Tier 2, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-3008 — National Park Service – National Register of Historic Places, NPGallery Asset Detail (Rosecliff) (Tier 1, official_archive; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-3009 — Clio – Rosecliff Mansion (public history entry) (Tier 2, reference_history; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-4000 — newportmansions.org (Tier 3, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-4287 — discovernewport.org (Tier 2, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-4289 — whatsupnewp.com (Tier 2, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-4311 — discovernewport.org (Tier 2, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-4742 — Newport Classical — Rosecliff venue page (Tier 2, venue; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-4973 — Visit Rhode Island (Rhode Island Commerce / official tourism) (Tier 2, directory; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-7197 — Rosecliff – American Aristocracy (Tier 3, history-reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-7285 — Visit Newport RI — Wedding at Rosecliff (Tier 3, tourism; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-7399 — Filming Locations for James Cameron's True Lies (1994) — The Worldwide Guide to Movie Locations (Tier 2, reference; retrieved June 2026)
How we verify
Every fact above is independently corroborated by at least two reputable sources and
confidence-scored before publication. Claims that cannot clear that bar are withheld. We show the
street address only for non-residential public landmarks (museums, commercial and civic buildings,
publicly documented filming-location sites); the exact addresses of private residences and any
personal information are structurally barred from publication. Last reviewed June 2026.
Plan Your Visit
Hours: Open daily approx. late June-Nov 1 (seasonal; check official site for current dates)
Admission: Single-property ticket (incl. Rosecliff): Adult $25, Youth (6-12) $10, under 6 free
Frequently asked questions
Where was 27 Dresses filmed?
Rosecliff, in Newport, Rhode Island, is a real-world filming location used for 27 Dresses. This property has also appeared on screen in Amistad, Heaven's Gate, The Betsy, The Gilded Age.
Where was Amistad filmed?
Rosecliff, in Newport, Rhode Island, is a real-world filming location used for Amistad. This property has also appeared on screen in 27 Dresses, Heaven's Gate, The Betsy, The Gilded Age.
Where was Heaven's Gate filmed?
Rosecliff, in Newport, Rhode Island, is a real-world filming location used for Heaven's Gate. This property has also appeared on screen in 27 Dresses, Amistad, The Betsy, The Gilded Age.
Where was The Betsy filmed?
Rosecliff, in Newport, Rhode Island, is a real-world filming location used for The Betsy. This property has also appeared on screen in 27 Dresses, Amistad, Heaven's Gate, The Gilded Age.
Can you visit Rosecliff?
Yes — Rosecliff is open to the public. Hours: Open daily approx. late June-Nov 1 (seasonal; check official site for current dates). Admission: Single-property ticket (incl. Rosecliff): Adult $25, Youth (6-12) $10, under 6 free.
Who designed Rosecliff?
Rosecliff was designed by McKim, Mead & White (Stanford White).
Where is Rosecliff located?
Rosecliff is located in Newport, Rhode Island.