Our five‑day Winter Carnival series concludes with two 1917 postcards showing parade crowds, skijoring, and familiar Newport landmarks — a vivid reminder of how long this tradition has brought our community together.
A look back at the thrilling sport of skijoring — featured at Newport’s Winter Carnivals in both 1917 and 2008 — and how this daring event reflects the spirit of our long-running winter tradition.
A look back at two early champions of Newport’s Winter Carnival, honored during the 50th celebration in 1967.
As we celebrate the 110th Newport Winter Carnival, it’s fun to look back at the moments that shaped this long‑running tradition. This photograph from our archives captures a lively scene from the 50th Winter Carnival Coronation Ball in 1967, when Newport gathered in its winter finery to crown the year’s Carnival royalty.
As we celebrate the 110th Newport Winter Carnival, it’s fun to look back at how it all began. Newport’s very first Winter Carnival program — printed more than a century ago — set the tone for a tradition that has become one of the longest‑running winter festivals in the country.
Winter Carnival Event from 108 years ago This photo is from the Jack and June Liberman Collection at the Newport Historical Society Museum. Hockey on the Common – UNH Vs.… Read More »Newport Historical Society Celebrates Winter Carnival 2025