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Columbia Yacht Club

111 N. Lake Shore Dr.

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Saturday

10am - 5pm

Sunday

10am - 5pm

Accessibility & Amenities

  • Photography Allowed
  • Restrooms Available

Architect

Canadian National Railway

Year Completed

1947

DETAILS:

Since 1892, Columbia Yacht Club has been celebrated as one of Chicago's premier boating clubs and sailing organizations. It is located where Randolph Street meets the Lake Michigan shoreline. In the winter of 1982-83, Columbia Yacht Club purchased the MV Abegweit, a 372-foot, 7,000-ton train ferry from Canada. Its lower level held railcars and motor vehicles during the ship's service on the Northumberland Straight from 1947 to 1982. The ferry now serves as the club ship and headquarters. Once the most powerful icebreaking ship in the world, "Abby" remains "in service" today as an exclusive dining room and event space that offers unparalleled views of the Chicago harbor, skyline and Grant Park.

ENTRANCE INSTRUCTIONS:

Use the "Members Only" entrance/ramp.

VISITOR EXPERIENCE:

All member areas will be open. Storage and staff spaces will be locked and clearly marked. A self-guided tour packet including maps will be provided.

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