Vessel Profile

Bright Star (I)

Bright Star (I)
Photo: Taken 25 Jun 2026 at Chicago IL by George Schneider

Story

This tour boat was built in 2003 by Bay Shipbuilding Co in Sturgeon Bay, WI.

Historical Notes

George Schneider (July 2026) Writes: She normally operates on the Chicago River and gives architectural tours as well as doing commuter service. The photo shows her after lengthening. To see what she looked like before lengthening, see photo of sister EVENING STAR (VII).

Owners & Masters

In 2004-2026 she was owned by Shoreline Marine Co., Chicago IL USA.

Rebuilds

2018c lengthened 20 feet.

References

  • Merchant Vessels of the United States Annual digital data files, 2004-2026
  • cgmix.uscg.mil ↗ (Accessed 10 July 2026)
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