Souvenir Mug, Warrnambool & District Pipes and Drums, Late 20th century

Historical information

The Warrnambool Pipe band was started around 1906 under the tuition of Simon Fraser and his sons. It has operated in various forms for most of that time. A ladies band was formed in 1951 and the two bands amalgamated in 1974. They celebrated their centenary in 2007.

Significance

A common object with links to a long established group in Warrnambool.

Physical description

Cream mug with handle with black logo on front. Ridge around top.

Inscriptions & markings

Warrnambool & District Pipes & drums around logo. Stamp on bottom “Dynamo House The Original Australian Billy Mug .034270955

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