This is a little bit off garden club topic but a great way to shake of the winter blues, get some exercise and walk around our beloved Newport Neighbourhood with its rich and at times infamous history, that we all love (well I do anyway)... Newport gave birth to the modern-day gaming industry.

"If you are a fan of The Godfather, Goodfellas, Scarface, The Sopranos, The Untouchables, then this is the tour for you!

Step back in time to Newport’s notorious “Sin City” era — where mobsters, bootleggers, and gamblers ruled the streets. Sit back and relax in the comfort of our air‑conditioned minivan as we explore more historic sites than any walking tour can cover. You’ll visit the city’s most infamous hotspots and learn how Newport earned its title as “the Sin City of the South.”

At each stop, you’ll have a chance to step out, explore, and snap some photos while your expert guide shares insider stories about organized crime, illegal gambling, and the larger‑than‑life characters who shaped the city’s past."

We will meet at Mansion Hill Tavern.

The tour starts sharply at 6:15pm. It lasts two hours.

Please arrive 5 or 10 minutes early.

We have been offered a special price of $29.00 per person, payable in advance - keep an eye out for the signup sheet that will be available on this website soon.

Warmly, Christina