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BOWEN'S WHARF NEWPORT WOODEN BOAT SHOW

The Newport Wooden Boat Show runs concurrently with the Newport International Boat Show and Newport Brokerage Boat Show. Historic Bowen's Wharf is thrilled to offer free admission throughout our site, with a water shuttle between the shows for ticketed passengers. In-water and land displays feature Hinckley, Hunt and other Down East-style boats adjacent to a spectacular array of wooden boats (power and sail) in the water at Bowen's Wharf Marina, at 1 Bowen's Landing.

Celebrate Wood Boatbuilding & Restoration, historic & modern power & sailboats!
Meet with W-Class Yachts, First Light Boatworks & Marine Railway, Sparkman & Stephens, Concordia Company, Arey's Pond, Newport Nautical Timbers, International Yacht Restoration School, Ocean Navigator Magazine & Tall Ships Portland, Maine Boats Homes & Harbors, Strong Firearms Co., Block Island Maritime Funding, McMillen Yachts and others.

Thanks to our partners, Moet & Chandon, Belvedere Vodka, Ardbeg Whisky, Whaler's Brewing and the Diageo Brand.
Enjoy live Caribbean music and waterfront bars daily, where proceeds support SSV Oliver Hazard Perry RI.

Information, event programs, tour-tickets and over 30 shops, galleries and eateries:
Start at Pilot House Newport, 45 America's Cup Avenue, 401.849.3478; friendly, local staff will steer you where you need to go to make the most of this bustling city-wide event.

Welcome W-22 and W-Class Yachts

8/10/2017

Donald Tofias will showcase his W-Class Yachts on land and in the water. The W-22 is a relatively new class designed for shallow-water sailing. Filly & Colt were a collaboration between Brooklin Boatyard & Artisan Boatworks and you won't want to miss Wild Horses & Race Horse. Click to read more from US Harbors, who will also be on site to meet with attendees.

Custom Cape Cod power and sail boats: past & present

9/15/2016

"A large part of who we are today is because of what we have learned from the past." Part of that past is F. Spaulding Dunbar, naval architect. He worked and lived on the site where Pease Boatworks & Marine Railway is situated in Chatham, MA and his work will be on view at Seamen's Church Institute through December 2016, and is otherwise in the Hart Collection at MIT.

Two extra entertaining events you won't want to miss

9/15/2016

In addition to four days of #woodenboats there are two parties! Both are open to the public, you will need to purchase $12 tickets to the concert and screening on the 17th, and that can be done on site at our Pilot House or through the theater.

International Yacht Restoration School

9/15/2016

IYRS is at the forefront of marine trades and technology. They'd love to share what they offer: training & certification in boatbuilding and restoration, composites technology, marine systems and more.

Classic Yachting Lifestyle

9/9/2016

McMillen Yachts was formed to restore and maintain classic yachts. In 1995, Earl McMillen pioneered the concept of fractional yacht ownership. For glorious classic restorations come visit the 85' Enticer.

Herreshoff delight!

9/6/2016

Bristol Boat Company joins Herreshoff Yacht Sales on site. Together they bring special expertise in Herreshoff designed and classic yachts. They continue the Herreshoff legacy by marrying beautiful and historic yachts – both sail and power – with the right new owner. A unique brokerage representing all classic yachts with a special emphasis on those designed by Captain Nathanael Greene Herreshoff, L. Francis Herreshoff, Sidney Herreshoff and Halsey Herreshoff. The yard, with Dan Shea at the helm, has over 30 years experience in construction and restoration.

Got some wood?

8/24/2016

Almost all of the materials at Newport Nautical Timbers are cut live edge and stacked sequentially for drying. They utilize their expanded sawmill to achieve wide slab lumber that would otherwise not be available. NNT was designed to supply wooden boat builders with materials of the highest quality while maintaining maximum widths. This also allows them to provide the most exquisite furniture grade materials available. Visit with their team in person at the show!

Plan to attend Opening Night!

8/18/2016

Have you dreamed of owning a Concordia Yawl?

8/15/2016

This is your chance! Get onboard this splendid 39' Concordia Yawl Captiva at Bowen's Wharf Marina September 15-18, any time from 10am to 6pm daily (only until 5pm on Sunday). (photo by J Michael Stranz)

Meet Gracie Ann

8/13/2016

This custom catboat is a joy to sail! Lovingly designed and built in South Orleans, Massachusetts, Gracie Ann joins us in-water at Bowen's Wharf Marina. Arey's Pond Boatworks will also have an on-land display near the anchor.