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Maritime Tote Bag - Skilful Sailor

$30.00 NZD

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

 

This delightful tote 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
  • 340gsm cotton canvas tote bag
  • Measurement: 410 x 420mm (excludes handles). Handle length 660mm

 

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

 

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