Lecture: Nicole Williams | Art & Animals in the Gilded Age | 9.26.24

Presented by Dr. Nicole Williams, Curator of Collections at The Preservation Society of Newport County
Learn the significant role animals played in Newport’s high society between the Civil War and World War I. From influencing social customs to shaping scientific research and political movements, animals left an indelible mark on the era. Dr. Williams will guide us through a fascinating collection of art, fashion, and artifacts from the Preservation Society’s properties.
This lecture offers fresh insights into Newport’s love for pampered pets, sea creatures, and the evolving attitudes toward animals in history. 🐕