Rhode Island is my home State and when I built our layout, I had to have something that was reminiscent of the many years I spent there. To me, Newport is without a doubt the most beautiful part of the State. So I decided to make a model of the Newport Bridge that is for most who visit Newport, their gateway. It is one of the most beautiful suspension bridges anywhere with the awesome arched towers. Not to mention, some of the most beautiful scenery it connects to in the world.
We have just returned from a spectacular two-day visit to the layout of Wood & Kathy Foss. They live in Newport and it was Elizabeth first trip across this beautiful bridge. Previously, she only had the model on our layout as a reference point. She was in awe of the Newport Bridge as we passed over it on Friday.
Here is a comparison of the real thing and the model.