Designed and built by Herreshoff Manufacturing Co. in 1926, AIDA is a 33′ centerboard yawl. Both interior and exterior were fully restored, sensitive to Herreshoff techniques, restoring the boat as much as possible to “as built” condition. Refinished spars, a new diesel, and new sails were also part of the first major refurbishment of the boat since launch.

Prior to her recent sale, AIDA was owned for over 40 years by Herreshoff historian and author Maynard Bray and his wife Anne. Bray oversaw the restoration of AIDA together with the owner’s representative, Steve Corkery, from Shelter Island, NY.

Photo: Maynard Bray