The group that runs The Breakers mansion in Newport is urging Rhode Islanders to vote online as the historic property competes for the $25,000 top prize in a national competition.

The Breakers is among 100 places across the country -- and the only one in Rhode Island -- selected for the "This Place Matters" event run by the National Trust for Historic Preservation. First place gets $25,000, second place $10,000 and third place $5,000.