Dinner For Up To 12 Aboard Historic Ship in NYC

Indulge in a refined three-course meal aboard the R/V ROBERT GRAY, a authentically restored 1936 research vessel currently docked at Pier 25 in Tribeca. This exclusive experience, hosted by VC Expeditions (a nonprofit committed to promoting science at sea), invites you to dine on the decks of the historic ship that once served the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and supported groundbreaking marine research. Your evening begins with a welcome beverage and hors d'oeuvres on the main deck, followed by a seated dinner in the upper deck’s Expedition Tent, where previous menus have featured fresh North Atlantic bouillabaisse and whole grilled red snapper. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Hudson River and the shimmering One World Trade Center, this immersive event blends unique culinary craft with captivating tales of seafaring discovery. Captain and crew will be aboard to share sea stories and heighten your truly one-of-kind experience, helping you voyage to the bygone days of adventure and exploration.