Maritime Machines

Maritime Machines Restoring and preserving Chicago's finest classic wooden boats. "It is an aesthetic pleasure, an art form, to be able to see and use these boats.

There is a time-machine aspect of wooden boating. You're in a vessel handed down by generations of people and more than likely using the rigging and equipment the same as it was years ago." --Capt. Toby Lindo

Our chief restoration projects are the oldest power boat moored in Chicago, Robert Allan II, and the schooner Wild Goose. These vessels are magnificent time machines, offering a window into

the past and the very best of our Great Lakes heritage. There are many ways to support our work or get involved, from volunteering and donations, to workshops, to membership. Check out our website to learn more about how to get involved and support our ongoing work: maritimemachines.org

04/09/2017
We're looking for volunteers to sand, paint and varnish the Robert Allan II to get her ready for the season! Private mes...
05/28/2016

We're looking for volunteers to sand, paint and varnish the Robert Allan II to get her ready for the season! Private message us if you're interested in pitching in.

Great news!
03/27/2016

Great news!

In about a month, a modern-day version of a Viking ship will leave Norway for a 3,000-mile trip to arrive in Chicago on July 27 in time for the Tall Ships Festival, reports WBBM's Steve Miller.

A look back at the highlight of last summer: Robert Allan II decked out a la Frozen for Navy Pier's Venetian Night. The ...
03/24/2016

A look back at the highlight of last summer: Robert Allan II decked out a la Frozen for Navy Pier's Venetian Night. The peoples' choice!

Specifications: Designer: Walter McInnis Launched: 1929 Gloucester Yacht Yard Gloucester MA, Ben Colby Manager ...
12/17/2015

Specifications:

Designer: Walter McInnis
Launched: 1929 Gloucester Yacht Yard
Gloucester MA, Ben Colby Manager
LOA: 47’ 6” LWL: 34’ 6”
Beam: 11’ 8”
Draft: 6’ 5”
Sail Area: 1265 sq. ft.
Displacement: 28,000 lbs
Power: Diesel, Perkins 4-108
Diesel Transmission: Hurth

Keep the old girl afloat for 2016 and hopefully many years to come! >> https://www.facebook.com/events/619209644886637/
12/14/2015

Keep the old girl afloat for 2016 and hopefully many years to come! >> https://www.facebook.com/events/619209644886637/

The oldest power boat moored in Chicago.

Specifications:
• Designer: Henry C Grebe yard
• Launched: 1936, Chicago, IL
• LOA: 40’ 0”
• Beam: 11' 7”
• Draft: 2’ 5”
• Displacement: 16,000 lbs
• Power: Twin Chrysler Crowns with Paragon Transmission

The oldest power boat moored in Chicago.Specifications:• Designer: Henry C Grebe yard• Launched: 1936, Chicago, IL• LOA:...
12/14/2015

The oldest power boat moored in Chicago.

Specifications:
• Designer: Henry C Grebe yard
• Launched: 1936, Chicago, IL
• LOA: 40’ 0”
• Beam: 11' 7”
• Draft: 2’ 5”
• Displacement: 16,000 lbs
• Power: Twin Chrysler Crowns with Paragon Transmission

Fun facts about a legendary Great Lakes vessel.
11/10/2015

Fun facts about a legendary Great Lakes vessel.

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773-771-6291

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