Jane’s Walk Aquidneck 2026
May 2 + 3, 2026
Our 2026 Jane’s Walk Festival Aquidneck offers a weekend of walks that explore a range of topics across the Island led by our community. All walks are free of charge and open to anyone. Register below or just show up at the date and time listed below.
If you’d like to propose a walk, there’s still time!
Saturday May 2
10am: The past, present and future of urban development in Newport in three snapshots.
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90 minutes and 1/2 mile with lots to talk about.
Long period of standing
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This walk will explore and discuss some of the past, present and future influences on Newport's urban redevelopment - through three distinctly different snapshots: Brick Market Place (past); Bridge Street (present) and Gateway Center (future).
3pm: Walking the Fort - A tour of Butts Hill Fort
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45 min
Hills/Elevation, Uneven surfaces, Long period of standing
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Take in the history of Portsmouth’s Butts Hill and its fort in six stations.
6pm: Easton's Pond: Preservation and Evolution
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60 min, 1 mile
Uneven surfaces
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Come on a guided tour of the history of Easton's Pond while taking in its awakening; herons, egrets, turtles, and other surprises.
Sunday May 3
10am: 47 John Street: Inside a Preservation & Storytelling Project
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60 min
Stairs, Uneven surfaces
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This interior house “walk” will discuss how Newport Restoration Foundation distinguishes restoration from preservation while also sharing how uncovering architectural layers helps support storytelling about the house's past inhabitants.
1pm: A Stroll Through Queen Anne's Square
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60 min
Uneven surfaces, Long period of standing
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Explore Queen Anne Square and the role green spaces play in shaping our community.
4pm: Life After Life in the Common Burying Ground
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60 min, 2 miles
Hills/Elevation, Uneven surfaces
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Learn the stories of people buried in the Common Burying Ground from the lead artist and lead researcher on last year's community performance, Life After Life.