Newport Creamery - 498 1/2 S Garrison Street

One of a chain of stores in New England, its ice cream cones and sundaes are a mainstay of campus life. In fact, the management must have an arrangement with the University administration, judging by the amount of ice cream served during orientation week. Gilda Dufresne (née Pierce), the Creamery’s owner, is married to Dr. Robert Dufresne of the music department.
Dr. Dufresne was one of the Creamery’s most loyal customers before he worked up the courage to propose over the counter. The story is very popular with romantic students, who often come here before or after seeing a film at the Amherst.

Type

Pub / Tavern / Restaurant

Parent Location

Campus