International Yacht Restoration School

The two-year Boatbuilding and Restoration Program provides students with a level of competency that will allow them to find jobs in the best modern and traditional boat yards in the world. Read more >

Developed in response to the marine industry’s demand for skilled labor in the growing and rapidly changing field of marine systems, IYRS has partnered with the American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) to develop a state-of-the-art Marine Systems training program. Read more >

The Summer 2008 courses are now on-line. Come to Newport this summer, take a course at IYRS and learn something new.
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2008 Summer Gala Auction

Yacht in water Our Summer Gala features a fabulous array of auction items, including exotic trips, exclusive sails, and custom art. Check them out online, RSVP now and join us for a festive night. Read more >

Partners

The International Yacht Restoration School and The Museum of Yachting have joined forces.

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Boats for Sale

Own a newly restored Beetle Cat

They come with a crisp new sail and a paddle; traditional colors; bronze hardware: all to historic specs. $11,500.

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Gala Success

The Annual Summer Gala sponsored by Lexus raised a record-breaking $660,000 for the school and the Museum of Yachting. Over 500 guests came to celebrate "A New Launch" and the joining of the two organizations.

President's Report at the 2008 Annual Meeting

At the 2008 IYRS Annual Meeting, President Terry Nathan presented a review of the past year at the school and the Museum of Yachting and a look forward to the coming year.

Lease Space Available in Aquidneck Mill Building

As the restoration of the 1831 Aquidneck mill building nears completion, there is still a select number of spaces available for marine related businesses.

Spotlight

Sam Ingram

An interview with Sam Ingram, '08 graduate of the IYRS Marine Systems program.