2025 Herreshoff Summer Sunset
Music Series
Presented by BankNewport
6:00-8:00pm, Rain or Shine
Select Thursdays from July 17 to September 25
The Neal Vitullo Band
July 31, 2025 6:00 pm
Neal Vitullo, a Rhode Island native, has been playing American Roots Music since the early 1980s. He co-founded Young Neal & The Vipers in 1983 and is known for his high-energy, soulful performances. Discovered by Atlantic Records' president in 1989, Neal went on to tour internationally and play alongside legends like Bonnie Raitt, Robert Plant, B.B. King, and The Fabulous Thunderbirds. He’s been featured in Guitar World and Musician Magazine, and continues to perform over 100 shows a year across New England. Currently, Neal enjoys playing all year with NEAL & THE VIPERS. Neal also continues to perform as a guest musician all over New England, keeping his schedule very busy for his many loyal fans.
Concerts will be held under the tent on the HMM Waterfront, rain or shine. You are welcome to bring your own lawn chairs, but we also provide tables, chairs, and picnic tables on-site for your convenience. Restrooms are available as well. Please note that online ticket sales close at 3:30pm on the day of the event. Full series passes are available for Museum Members Only from any concert's ticket page. Reliance Society and Afterguard Members can attend at no cost by RSVPing ahead of time. For more information, check out our Music Series FAQ.
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Food Vendors will be available during all concerts.
BYOB Welcome: Bring Your Own Booze
Please drink responsibly.
The Summer Sunset Concert Series is made possible thanks to the generous support of our sponsors:
Presenting Sponsor: BankNewport
American Cruise Lines, BayCoast Bank, The Bay Magazine, Bristol Marine, Gowrie Group, Project Bluewater Racing, Safe Harbor Marinas,
Greg & Laura Carleu, Richard & Karen Fournier, Mitchell & Judi Guild, Elizabeth Hamilton & Greg Bowan, Steve & Kathy Kloeblen,
George & Lynn LeBlanc, Ed & Sandy Mack, Bob & Myra Page, Steve & Miriam Ruggieri, and Anonymous Patrons