URI Coastal Institute – Emerging Coastal Leaders Private Tour
The guided tour will take visitors around the active farm and historic property, showcasing our sustainable agriculture and regenerative land care practices. Our integrated system features local plants, livestock, and people working together to sequester carbon, clean stormwater, build soil, and produce food and fiber.
Event Details
This event is open to those invited by the University of Rhode Island Coastal Institute. The time at Ocean Hour Farm will consist of lunch and conversation, followed by a tour of our regenerative agriculture demonstrations.
Our address is 152 Harrison Ave, Newport, RI 02840. Please ensure you stay on Harrison Ave. Some GPS systems will route you to the Beacon Hill Road entrance, but this gate will not open. The Harrison Ave gate will be open on the day of the tour. Please proceed straight down the paved driveway.
Where can we park?
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You cannot park on Harrison Avenue and will need to park on-site. We will allow cars to enter starting 15 minutes before the event, and staff will direct you to the designated parking area. Please carpool whenever possible. Parking spaces on-site are limited.
Can we come early or stay late?
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Since this is a working farm, all guests must be accompanied by a staff member. This tour is offered when we have dedicated staff available to accompany guests.