THE OLDEST CONTINUOUSLY OPERATING RIFLE CLUB IN THE UNITED STATES
THE OLDEST CONTINUOUSLY OPERATING RIFLE CLUB IN THE UNITED STATES
About the Club
Newport Rifle Club is the oldest continuously operating rifle club in the United States of America. The club was founded in 1876 by W. Milton Farrow, said to be the best rifle shot in America during the last quarter of the 19th Century.
Activities & Competitions
Newport Rifle Club hosts several in-house competitions including, muzzleloader and pistol/rifle marksmanship as well as participating in statewide individual and team competitions and leagues. The NRC Junior Team ranks among the most successful in the country.
Education
Newport Rifle Club offers numerous classes on firearms safety, introduction to firearms, gun care and cleaning and marksmanship. NRC also hosts women only basic and advanced pistol safety courses. NRA certified instructors are available for 1-on-1 coaching.
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We’re always looking to add new members. Learn more about membership benefits and requirements.
Upcoming Events
Junior Team Training (Downstairs range) 5:30PM-9:00PM
New Member Orientation (6:45-10:00 PM)
Latest News
New COVID Gathering Restriction
At her press conference Friday, October 30, Governor Raimondo announced that maximum gathering size has [...]
NRC Online Shop Now Open!
We've just launched a brand new gear store for Newport Rifle Club! Here you can [...]
NRC Featured On RI Public Radio
During our latest ladies-only NRA Basic Pistol Class we hosted a reported from RI Public [...]
Upcoming Events
Junior Team Training (Downstairs range) 5:30PM-9:00PM
NRC Monthly Meeting (Zoom) 7:30PM-8:30PM
New Member Orientation (6:45-10:00 PM)
NRA Basic Pistol Class 9:00AM-5PM
Latest News
New COVID Gathering Restriction
At her press conference Friday, October 30, Governor Raimondo announced that maximum gathering size has [...]
NRC Online Shop Now Open!
We've just launched a brand new gear store for Newport Rifle Club! Here you can [...]
NRC Featured On RI Public Radio
During our latest ladies-only NRA Basic Pistol Class we hosted a reported from RI Public [...]
