Historical information

This baby's long calico gown is an example of the dressmaking skills of the women of the pioneer settlers families in Moorabbin Shire c1900

Significance

Early settlers and market gardeners established their families in Moorabbin Shire and this item shows the skill and craftsmanship of the women of these families. The Walker family were early settlers in Moorabbin Shire.

Physical description

A baby’s long, white calico day-gown that is machine sewn