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Busselton Historical Society > Records

Freezer Boots

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Overview

Freezer Boots, used over regular footwear when entering freezer room. The boots are semi-lined with some soft textile and are tied with leather straps.

Historical information

Freezer boots are highly insulated, waterproof work boots designed to protect feet in sub-zero environments.

Details

Details

Registration number

cwa-org-124-2020.936

Item type

Footwear

Themes

Material

Leather

Width

18 cm

Height or length

38 cm

Depth

27 cm

Contextual information

The Marine Room was originally used as an ice room for the Butter Factory when it opened in 1918. The workers would have worn these boots over their normal footwear when entering this cold storage room.

Primary significance criteria

Social or spiritual significance

Last modified

Monday, 6 July, 2026

Completeness

83

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Parent records

Busselton Historical Society

Busselton Historical Society

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