Events
Captain William "Bill" Pinkney's Memorial Celebration of Life
Chicago Area Waterways Heritage Awards
We are proud to announce the Chicago Area Waterways Heritage Association will present the first Captain Bill Pinkney Award to Captain Mark Stevenson on September 28, 2025. The award recognizes those who demonstrate exceptional seamanship and serve as inspiring role models within the maritime community. Many thanks to the program’s organizer, Mila Marshall PhD, CEO/Founder Chicago Area Waterways Heritage Committee
Honoring the Life of Mr. Ron Harris
With much gratitude and appreciation, the Captain William “Bill” Pinkney Foundation extends it condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Ron Harris. An avid boater and friend of Captain Bill Pinkney and Captain Paul Mixon, Mr. Harris participated in the Black Boaters Summit, Universal Sailing Club, Black Watermen Association and other boating organizations and activities. The Captain William “Bill” Pinkney Legacy Foundation appreciates the dedication and joy that Ron Harris shared with the sailing and boating community, and will be forever grateful for the help and friendship he shared with Captain Bill Pinkney and Captain Paul Mixon.
With Best Regards and Warmest Condolences,
The Captain William “Bill” Pinkney Legacy Foundation.
Please come join us to witness and celebrate as East Monroe Street is Honorarily named "Capt. William Pinkney Way" !!!
The street sign unveiling will take place across the street from the Chicago Yacht Club, on the NE corner of Butler Field Park at 12:00 noon, Sunday, June 9th. See you there!