International Tennis Hall of Fame
A Rich History . A Beautiful Future
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Cullen McKain
DIRECTOR OF SALES
Just a few blocks from Narragansett Bay, nestled in the stately elegance of Bellevue Avenue, is a lush property steeped in history-the International Tennis Hall of Fame.
Once the playground for Newport's wealthiest summer residents and the birthplace of American tournament tennis, this National Historic Landmark's indoor and outdoor venues provide a breathtaking backdrop for life's most important milestones.
Seven acres of impeccably manicured grounds and gardens. A beautifully secluded courtyard surrounded by ornate shingle style architecture. A museum that showcases the largest tennis collection in the world. And majestic grass courts that set the tone for a truly special occasion and offer a unique spot for casual entertainment.
The International Tennis Hall of Fame promises a one-of-a-kind setting for your once-in-a-lifetime celebrations.
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Cullen McKain
Director of Sales
Cullen moved to the New England area from New Mexica in the early 1990s and comes from a strong hospitality background mostly in the hotel industry with local venues to include The Westin Providence (now the Omni), The Providence Biltmore (now the Graduate), Hotel Viking and Vanderbilt Grace in Newport.
And currently the Director of Hospitality at the International Tennis Hall of Fame for the past ten years.
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The new renovated experience was wonderful (priced well for tickets). For those who ask can we play on grass? The answer is Yes, $250 an hour and must be dressed in white tennis gear. I respect the price and formality, however it would also be ...
neat to have a general experience (adults and kids) set up without all the formality -- come as you are with a few hits.
Do like that you can in the general area without paying. Well done!
I enjoyed it and I am not a tennis fan. However... First, beware of parking! There is a large gated pay lot across the street attached to a strip mall of stores. My party stayed 1.5 hours and the parking was $24!!! MAKE sure you go to one of...
the list of stores in that mall to get your ticket validated or you may suffer the same fate. There is absolutely zero street parking available since the museum is on a busy commercial road. I found the pricing on par with many similar spaces with a few caveats. There was a cash price and a credit price. THEN there was an ADDITIONAL SERVICE FEE regardless of how you paid or if you were a senior or not. What's that for? Tariffs? The young man who took my folding money did not have a clue either. If EVERYONE HAS TO PAY IT, no matter how old you are or how you pay, just include it in the price. This is off-putting and messy. The museum is housed in the old and beautiful Rhode Island Casino. Spectacular is the word that comes to mind. Clean, spacious, and well-curated. There is something for everyone. If you like stats, interactive kiosks, or memorabilia you will find it here. Note that there are 2 gift shops. Everyone on the staff that we spoke to was pleasant and informative. Sorry for the sparse pictures. I did not know that Google was going to ask for a review. I usually do restaurants. Your mileage may vary.
Museum was very nice. Presentation of archived equipment and autographed clothes and racquets was nicely done. Even the arrangement of topics and themes was very good. Video selection at the end of the tour was plentiful and highly interesting ...
to watch. Tennis afficionados will spend a good amount of time here enjoying the artifacts, both old and new.
How amazing to be able to walk the grounds where the most famous tennis players in the world have walked. Lovely place that takes you back in time a bit. Wonderful service at the gift/pro shop. Not to be missed on your Newport, RI trip.
Enjoyed the self guided tour, the history was interesting and I’m not a serious tennis fan. If you are a sports fan, this is a fun spot.
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194 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI
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