Souvenir - Ticket Book, Warrnambool Centenary Picnic & Sports 1947, 1947

Historical information

The Centenary of Warrnambool in 1947 drew crowds of 20000. It was generally felt that the celebrations excelled anything that had been seen in the city in the last 100 years. There were numerous activities held over the weekend including an elaborate street parade which was followed by joining the 4500 children at sports and picnic celebrations at the showgrounds. The Warrnambool and District Turf club also held a race meeting to aid the Hospital and raised 740 pounds. It was estimated that 20000 attended the finale bonfire and fireworks in Albert Park.

Significance

This little booklet of tickets is a tangible link to one of the biggest celebrations ever held in the city.

Physical description

Dark pink cover with three remaining tickets stapled and held with string.

Inscriptions & markings

On Cover: Warrnambool Centenary. Picnic and Sports March 27th 1947
Margaret P**** in greylead

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