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Katanning Historical Society > Records

Wake's Historic Garage

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Overview

A single piece of paper with black print which is framed by an olive green border at the top and half way down on the right and then a mid blue border.

Historical information

Wake's Garage was bought by John and Ainslie Evans and opened for a time as a private museum, which showcased the Rotary Engine that was invented by the Wake Brothers.

Details

Details

Registration number

cwa-org-202-HSA2025.338

Item type

Material

Width

21 cm

Height or length

29.5000 cm

Last modified

Tuesday, 23 September, 2025

Completeness

83

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Copyright and Reference

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Wake's Historic Garage

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