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Maritime Mug - Skilful Sailor

$20.00 NZD

Exclusive to Experience Wellington, our Skilful Sailor mug is designed by us, and made for you. 

This delightful mug features Mrs Chippy, the ship's cat on Sir Ernest Shackleton's expedition to Antartica aboard the Endurance. Mrs Chippy gained her name from her owner Harry "Chippy" McNeish, who was a carpenter and shipwright on board the Endurance. You can learn more about Mrs Chippy's life and adventures in the Wellington Museum. 

 

  • Experience Wellington exclusive
  • Not recommended for the dishwasher.
  • Measurement: 9.5cm x 8cm 

 

This mug is part of our Maritime range that celebrates our city's maritime history. Designed here by our wonderful design team, this range also includes tote bags, tea towels, key rings, aprons, shot glasses and much more! 

 

Available online and in-store at Cable Car Museum and Wellington Museum. Explore our collection of jewellery, taonga, souvenirs, science-themed gifts and more from across Aotearoa New Zealand.