Nantucket Lightshipwhere maritime history meets a luxury experience

Through an exclusive partnership with event producers Mint Events, the luxury catering company TASTINGS NYC-Palm Beach, and elite hospitality staffing company Staffing911, the historic lightship is available for private events with up to 120 guests dockside and charters.

Nantucket LightshipInteriors

The Nantucket Lightship features a fully climate controlled handcrafted exotic hardwood interior with marine oil paintings and oriental carpets.

4,000 square feet finished interior5 guest staterooms with en suite bath and shower

Nantucket Lightship2,000 square foot Party Deck Accommodates up to 120

Guests

Nantucket Lightship1950 ­WLV­-612 launched in 1950 at the Curtis Bay Coast Guard Yard in Baltimore

1951 to 1969 - stationed 3 miles off of the Golden Gate in California as the “San Francisco Lightship” from 1951 until 1969,

1969 to 1971 - the Blunts Reef Lightship

1971 to 1975 - the Portland Lightship (Maine)

1975 to 1983 - the “Nantucket Lightship” on the final remaining lightship station in the United States, 45 miles SE of Nantucket Island at Nantucket Shoals with sister ship WLV-­613

1985 - WLV­-612 decommissioned by USCG

2000­ - Nantucket Lightship is lovingly restored and converted to the standards of a luxury yacht

2016 - Mint Events, TASTINGS NYC­-Palm Beach, & Staffing911 form an exclusive partnership on the Nantucket Lightship in New York City

Nantucket LightshipTarget with CoverGirl and Sonos:

Janelle Monáe “Electric Lady” Album Launch

The lightship is available for promotional events, concerts, experiential marketing, and brand launches and activations.

In 2013, Target in a partnership with Covergirl and Sonos booked the Nantucket Lightship for a one-time, one-of-a-kind experience featuring P, Diddy, Big Boi, Erykah Badu, La La Anthony, and Miguel, all leading up to a surprise concert from Janelle on Pier 84.

In 2015, Givenchy booked the Nantucket Lightship for its ticket box office and VIP after-party for its first runway show in New York City in decades.

Nantucket LightshipTarget with CoverGirl and Sonos:

Janelle Monáe “Electric Lady” Album Launch

Nantucket LightshipLOCATIONS

Pier 25 at Hudson River Park 225 West StNew York, NY 10013

North Cove Marina at Brookfield Place (IGY) 250 Vesey StNew York, NY 10281

ONE°15 Marina at Brooklyn Bridge Park300 Furman StBrooklyn, NY 11201

Pre-approved maritime facilities

Destinations may include:Greenwich, Connecticut Martha’s Vineyard Sag HarborNantucket Yacht Basin Hudson River Port WashingtonNewport Boston Oyster Bay

Nantucket LightshipMINT Events

Mint Events is a premiere full-service events production and design company. We aim to provide all aspects of entertainment and endeavour to build the success of the company through sheer dedication to producing only the highest quality of corporate and private events worldwide – making us one of the most sought after events companies in the industry today. We custom cater to all the senses, expressing passion and style through exquisitely prepared seasonal menus, imaginatively designed settings and impeccable service. We represent every conceivable person, place and product for your special event. We pledge our reputation of integrity and reliability through each stage of planning – sure to deliver nothing but the best service.

Nantucket LightshipStaffing911

Staffing911 and its team of partners have developed a roster of event staff second-to-none throughout the United States. By investing in constant hands-on professional training, we are able to provide staff nationwide who are not only are easy on the eyes, but quick on their feet! We invite you to let our team of courteous and professional servers run the show, allowing you to relax with your guests and the freedom to truly enjoy your party.

Nantucket LightshipTastings NYC - Palm Beach

Helmed by Alexandra Morris and highlighting the cuisine of Executive Chef, Cedric Durand formerly of Payard Patisserie & Bistro, and hailing from Toulouse, our team at Tastings vows to closely collaborate with you to blend our ideas to create an experience that everyone will remember.

Tastings NYC is a bespoke catering and events company, specializing in fine dining food and service to fit the style of your entertaining needs whether it is for business or pleasure. Known for conceptualizing elegant affairs with personalized attention, and intuitive service since its inception in 2001, we continue to impress our clients. Together with classically French-trained chefs, a world- class pastry team, and an exceptionally professional, warm, and accommodating service team, Tastings offers clients uniquely crafted events.

Nantucket LightshipOUR TEAM IN ACTION

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Blake Morris CEO/Founder

Leading events expert is is hailed as an artistic visionary whose ability, uniquely creative talents and outstanding reputation have made him a tremendous success in the lifestyle arena. Blake has created a name for himself by taking his passion for designing spectacular events and transforming them into remarkable works of art. He continuously exceeds the expected with an unmatched level of inspiration, imagination, and innovation to create the latest trends in entertaining. Blake's grandfather, a successful caterer and culinary designer first noticed his grandson's artistic ability at an early age and encouraged him to pursue his destiny. But it wasn't until years later after having moved to New York for other business ventures that he realized his true calling. At age 26, with the sound advice of his grandfather and only a few private client's, Blake opened his own events company.

John Ng Director and Master Staff Booker

Being a natural social butterfly and party go-er, John Ng effortlessly found himself falling into the Events Industry as a Master Booker. All his traveling gave rise to the exploration of new cultures, leading to experiencing first-hand a diverse range of events and celebrations. His meticulous character allows him to plan, organize, and execute all kinds of events that cater to any clients' needs.

Nantucket LightshipTastings NYC - Palm Beach TASTEMAKERS

Cedric Durand Executive Chef

After his culinary studies at Ecole d'Hotellerie et de Tourisme d'Occitanie, he worked closely with his mentor, the two-star Michelin Chef Yannick Delpech at the acclaimed L’Amphitryon sharpening his skills at the centre of Toulouse gastronomy. For the past 7 years has propelled his style to evolve from pure classic French to modern French-American cuisine. He expresses his love for seafood especially fish.

Alexandra Morris Founder

As founder of Tastings, the catering arm of Payard, Alexandra found the perfect expression for sharing her creative menu planning skills and intuitive hospitality with others, crafting each event to suit the style and sensibilities of her clients. Alexandra has catered events with imagination and resourcefulness, using her far reaching world travels as the source of inspiration.

Franck Clodung Director of Catering and Operations

Franck has led an illustrious career, in the industry, working for some of the most world's best-known restaurateurs, around the world, including Sir Terence Conran, Francois Payard, and Daniel Boulud.

Nantucket LightshipCORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

A GLIMPSE OF OUR PAST EVENTS

We give back to the local community to create awareness and more job opportunities. The below are a list of local farmers and food we like to incorporate to our menus.

Long Island OystersAll local produce by New York FarmersLocal Distilleries and Breweries

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SOME OF OUR TEAM’S CLIENTS

Nantucket LightshipFOR MORE INFORMATION AND BOOKINGS

Nantucket Lightship & Mint Events