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Rough Point
Type: Art Museums, Historic Sites, Museums
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Located on the opulent Bellevue Avenue with breathtaking views of the Atlantic, Rough Point was once the home of tobacco heiress Doris Duke. Circa 1887, this Gothic-Tudor home is available for viewing... Read More
Located on the opulent Bellevue Avenue with breathtaking views of the Atlantic, Rough Point was once the home of tobacco heiress Doris Duke. Circa 1887, this Gothic-Tudor home is available for viewing for a cap of 96 visitors per day. Guests are able to view a portion of the 105 rooms and take in the outstanding private art collection that was Duke's as well as a collection of her gowns and jewels. There is always a unique exhibit on display.
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Hours:
- Mid-Apr - Mid-May: Thu-Sat 9:45am-1:45pm
- Mid-May - Early Nov: Tue-Sat 9:45am-3:45pm
Admissions:
- Adult $25; Child (0-12) Free
