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International Tennis Hall of Fame
The International Tennis Hall of Fame is a non-profit institution dedicated to preserving the history of tennis, inspiring and encouraging junior tennis development, enshrining tennis heroes and heroines and providing a landmark for tennis enthusiasts worldwide.
Description:
The Tennis Hall of Fame at the Newport Casino, site of the first U.S. National Championships in 1881, was founded by tennis innovator James Van Alen in 1954 as "a shrine to the ideals of the game." The Tennis Hall of Fame was officially sanctioned by the United States Tennis Association in 1954 and was recognized by the International Tennis Federation in 1986. Over the last ten years, the Hall of Fame complex and Museum have been restored to their original splendor with the 1997 completion of a five year, $7.5 million renovation and endowment project.
History:
Built in 1880 by the firm of McKim, Mead and White, the Museum's galleries chronicle the rich history of tennis through interactive exhibits, dynamic videos, and popular memorabilia from historic champions and the superstars of today. Dramatically set in the original club rooms of the Casino, visitors of all ages delight in Stanford White's architectural detail as well as the state-of-the-art gallery experience. In the Enshrinment gallery, plaques commemorate the great players, coaches, administrators and writers that have been inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame.
Contact person: Doug Stark, Manager, Education & Public Programs, (401) 849-3990, (email)
Office fax number: (401) 849-8780
Address:
Web Site: http://www.tennisfame.com
Directions:
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Please call (401) 849-3990 or refer to our website, www.tennisfame.com, for directions.
Nearest Bus Stop: RIPTA 67 |
Miscellaneous Information
| Handicap accessible? |
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Yes
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| Interests Served: |
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Solutions for Children, Youth, Families
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| Does your agency accept court-appointed volunteers? |
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No
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| What type of VCRI membership did this agency have in 2008? |
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Full Year
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| Last updated on August 12, 2009 |
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