The Elms

The Elms was the summer residence of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Julius Berwind of Philadelphia and New York. Mr. Berwind made his fortune in the coal industry. In 1898, the Berwinds engaged Philadelphia architect Horace Trumbauer to design a house modeled after the mid-18th century French Château d’Asnieres outside Paris. 

The formal grounds of The Elms are a Newport highlight. In keeping with the French architecture of the house, the grounds were designed in French eighteenth-century taste and include a sunken garden. Though the estate’s namesake American Elms long ago succumbed to Dutch Elm disease, they were replaced with a shimmering grove of weeping Beech trees. 

PARKING
Free on-site parking available on the lawn behind The Elms. Enter through the main entrance and you will be directed to concert parking.

ACCESSIBILITY
*This venue is no longer wheelchair accessible.*
The accessible elevator at The Elms remains out of order, and the entrance to the performance space is up a large flight of stairs. We apologize for this inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.

The entrance to the property is located on the north side of the building.  Restrooms are located down a flight of stairs on the basement level.

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July 11, 2024
11:00 AM
Inspired by the 18th-century French chateau d’Asnieres outside Paris, The Elms is the perfect place for a morning concert of delightful French repertoire ranging from Baroque elegance to neoclassical charm. The Festival Artists breathe new life into these timeless masterpieces.
July 17, 2024
11:00 AM
The renowned Lincoln Trio marks the culmination of their illustrious twentieth anniversary. Revered for their pioneering spirit and innovative contemporary repertoire, the Trio promises an unforgettable performance with the iconic Brahms C Major Piano Trio that catapulted them to acclaim.
Delve into the rich tapestry of classical repertoire, starting with Beethoven's lively and nimble Piano Trio in B-flat Major, then journeying through Elfrida Andree's evocative and dramatic Piano Trio in G minor, before culminating in the sublime beauty of Schumann's revered Piano Trio No. 1.