• Preservation Carpentry Mill Internship

    Newport Restoration Foundation Mill 51 Touro St, Newport, RI, United States

    NRF is a non-profit organization founded in 1968 by Doris Duke to preserve, maintain, and interpret Aquidneck Island’s 18th- and early 19th-century architectural heritage. In addition to a collection of more than 70 early American houses, now rented to tenant-stewards, NRF operates three museum properties: Rough Point, Whitehorne House Museum, and Prescott Farm in Middletown, […]

    $16
  • Open Position: Field Preservation Carpenter

    Newport Restoration Foundation Mill 51 Touro St, Newport, RI, United States

    Employer: Newport Restoration Foundation - Newport, Rhode Island   Job Summary: The Field Carpenter will serve as part of a larger Preservation Crew of 10. This position will assist with restoration and routine repair and maintenance of NRF collection of over seventy 18th- and 19th-century houses.   Job Qualifications: · 5+ years of experience in […]

  • Historic Masonry Workshop

    Prescott Farm 2009 W Main Rd, Middletown, RI, United States

    This two-weekend program is geared toward contractors, DIY historic homeowners, and students of the trades. Program Objectives: This masonry preservation workshop will teach the fundamentals of masonry brick and stone construction and techniques for stabilization, repair, and repointing. Review the short- and long-term health effects of masonry restoration. Identify and assess masonry materials and styles. […]

    $600
  • Historic Masonry Training- 2 Weekends

    Newport Restoration Foundation Mill 51 Touro St, Newport, RI, United States

    Who We Are The Newport Restoration Foundation is a non-profit organization established by philanthropist Doris Duke in 1968 to preserve the architectural and cultural heritage of 18th and 19th century Newport. In addition to a collection of more than 70 colonial houses, now rented to tenant stewards, NRF operates properties that are open to the […]

    $600
  • Historic Masonry Workshop

    Prescott Farm 2009 W Main Rd, Middletown, RI, United States

    Program Objectives: This masonry preservation workshop will teach the fundamentals of masonry brick and stone construction and techniques for stabilization, repair, and repointing. Review the short- and long-term health effects of masonry restoration. Identify and assess masonry materials and styles. Identify and carefully understand cause and effect prior to executing repairs. Understand the differences between […]

    $600
  • Historic Masonry Workshop

    Prescott Farm 2009 W Main Rd, Middletown, RI, United States

    Program Objectives: This masonry preservation workshop will teach the fundamentals of masonry brick and stone construction and techniques for stabilization, repair, and repointing. Review the short- and long-term health effects of masonry restoration. Identify and assess masonry materials and styles. Identify and carefully understand cause and effect prior to executing repairs. Understand the differences between […]

    $600
  • Historic Property Painter

    Newport Restoration Foundation Mill 51 Touro St, Newport, RI, United States

    Category: Full-time (Non-exempt) Reports to: Preservation Crew Supervisor Job Summary: The Newport Restoration Foundation is seeking a full time, year round Painter to assist with the preparation and painting of the organization’s unique collection of historic properties, primarily in downtown Newport. This position will be part of a four/five person Paint Crew. Salary Range: $20.00-$22.00 per hour, ($41,600-$45,760 annually) BOE  Full-time, year round position  100% employer paid medical, […]

  • Workshop: Lead Safe Wood Window Restoration for Historic Properties

    Historic Downtown Newport Newport, RI, United States

    Windows are some of the most character-defining features of historic buildings. Rhode Island is home to many properties with historic wood windows that make up the fabric of our rich architectural heritage. The state now has some of the most comprehensive lead-safety laws in the country, particularly for rental properties. This workshop teaches experienced contractors and landlords who manage […]

    $600