” Ad-In” a Trip to The International Tennis Hall of Fame For The Win

Newport Rhode Island, just the mention of it inspires waves of nostalgia. The legendary summer playground is synonymous with Victorian sensibilities, historic mansions, billowing sails and manicured tennis courts.

Aptly situated on Bellevue Ave, The International Tennis Hall of Fame in modern day Newport offers more than a walk through history. The newly restored “Casino” welcomes guests to explore the moving footprint of tennis.

Every inch of this Mead, McKim and White compound is worthy of it’s status as a National Landmark. Built in 1880 it’s considered one of the finest examples of American Shingle style design. Within each period room and modern gallery are appointments that speak volumes about the sport’s values.

The ITHOF mixes old-school elegance with state-of-the-art innovations. It pays homage to tennis with vintage art, racquet-relics and fashion statements that articulate the tone of their times.

This HOF marries past glories with today’s-tech. A virtually immersive experience places guests in the same room with former world ranked No.1 player, Roger Federer. Another tech-y update is racquet-row. The hands-on-feature serves guests audio-highlights of tennis legends.

This special place tells stories of tennis greats strung together with humanity. What becomes clear to visitors of this tennis cathedral is that each exhibit preserves a chapter in this sport’s evolving history of individuality and inclusivity.

New generations of players will see and hear about bonds built on courts that transcend time and place. The all-court principles of discipline are rewards of the game that plays-out in life.  Visitors will see trophies of the greatest contests, their patina glows with legends written around the world.

However, the ultimate prize for tennis fans who may never experience the joy of holding a polished signature of accomplishment is a reminder this sport promotes what’s most noble in our common-nature. On-court lessons of tennis show up in life when we’re prepared for challenges, play fair and give each test our best effort.

Broadcaster, Patrick McEnroe, President of the Hall of Fame, opened the 2025 Season calling this multi-million dollar renovation an ACE of a project. He’s right!

Tennis fans will find adding a visit to the International Tennis Hall of Fame is bucket-list worthy. However, it’s an inspirational space for anyone willing to embrace the magical mix of Gilded Age architecture, salted air, and the greater lessons of tennis.

Special events are planned to make the 2025 season memorable;

Maria Sharapova, Bob and Mike Bryan will be inducted into the Tennis Hall of Fame

As a compliment to the Induction ceremony, “Courting Fashion” at Marble House will celebrate iconic tennis-wear across history.

If you can’t AD-In a visit to Induction ceremony celebrations August 21-23, catch a wave of fashion inside the International Tennis Hall of Fame anytime you visit Newport.