Lady Grebe Overview
Beam: 14'
Built: 1961 by Henry C. Grebe Shipyard, Chicago, Illinois
Construction: Mahogany and Teak
Designed In the Style and Luxury of the Golden Era of Yachting
For important yet small outings of 2-6 passengers
Lady Grebe is a 48-foot, vintage mahogany wood yacht built in Chicago in 1961 perfectly preserved for your special private cruise on Chicago's River or Lakefront.
Offering the familiar style and elegance of Chicago's First Lady in a more private and intimate setting.
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Bring along your sunglasses as Lady Grebe offers plenty of exterior deck space perfect for afternoon cruises on Lake Michigan complete with upscale beverage service, and classic musical sounds or a private CAF guide,* for an intimate architectural conversation.

Burnham Harbor
or Riverside Gardens
Lady Grebe is the perfect choice for a private, wedding proposal, onboard wedding, business contract signing, client entertaining, sales meeting, intimate family event, or just an afternoon or evening of leisure.
Lady Grebe, private cruise prices start at $1550, for a 2-hour cruise with premium beverages departing from Chicago's Lakefront or Michigan Avenue, additional hours at $500 each. For picnic baskets and full-service catering is available upon your request, with an additional fee, or you may arrange your own food services.
Make the perfect impression on Chicago's perfect yacht!
* CAF, Chicago Architecture Foundation Volunteer Guides available with a donation of $350.





