Room Rentals

Restoration Hall

Restoration Hall offers the opportunity to hold your event in one of the most unique venues in Newport. Built in 1903, the hall offers soaring ceilings, beautiful windows, and the rustic feel of our wooden boatbuilding shop, all at the edge of Newport Harbor. The hall can accommodate up to 400 guests for a cocktail style event or up to 250 for a seated dinner or presentation. Availability is based on IYRS's educational & events calendar. The fee is for the room rental only. Tables, chairs, etc. must be rented. To inquire, please contact Jenny Holmqvist, Events Manager, here.

 

High Season
(May 15-Oct 15)

High Season 
(May 15-Oct 15)
Low Season 
(Oct 16-May 14)
Low Season 
(Oct 16-May 14)
  Friday & Saturday Sunday-Thursday Friday & Saturday Sunday-Thursday
Standard Rate $5,000 $3,500 $3,500 $3,000
Non-Profit Rate $2,500 $1,750 $1,750 $1,500

 

Edward W. Kane and James Gubelmann IYRS Maritime Library

The IYRS Maritime Library offers an intimate setting for meetings, small presentations, and social gatherings. Located on the 4th floor (accessible by elevator) of the John Mecray Aquidneck Mill Building on the IYRS campus, the library showcases a unique collection of maritime books, artifacts, and artwork. It can accommodate up to 40 guests for a cocktail style event or 25 guests for a presentation style event. The large conference table seats 10. To inquire, please contact Jenny Holmqvist, Events Manager, here.

  Standard Rate Non-Profit & IYRS Tenant Rate
Daily Rental 9-5 * $400 $200
Additional Hours $100/hr $50/hr

 

 

* If food and beverages are served, an additional cleaning fee of $150 will apply.