Historical information
Donated by the Harry Cameron family, Harry's father, James Cameron, came to Bellagoogan on Majors Creek in 1882. Bellagoogan was on Majors Creek near Orbost and was the site of the first race course. Like many others at the time, the Camerons bred race horses.Harry died in 1964 aged 75.
Significance
This item is an example of a handcrafted ornament of the early 20th century. The Cameron family were early Orbost settlers.
Physical description
Natural - coloured raffia plant holder. Ornate design. Nails used to hold it together.
