Collections

Pennant: crowned Lion, symbol of the King Line.

Barometer, domestic: ornately carved with foliage and a dog. Belonged to Captain Charles Ritch of Sunnyside, Stromness

Tun, plant: wooden tub carved with leaf forms by Capt. Ritch. Ins. 'C.R. 1914'.

Binoculars: brass binoculars used at sea by Capt. Ritch.

Telescope: brass telescope inscribed 'Chas Ritch' ; covered in knotted cord. Used at sea by Capt. Ritch.

Snuffbox: horn and tortoise shell with hinged lid. Rectangular.

Oil painting - portrait of Captain John Hourie of Bremner & Co (South Isles ferry and freight service 1938-1961). Painted by Sylvia Foxlee (Dennison) titled 'Big John' and dated 1971.

Toilet flush chain with ceramic handle imprinted 'S. BAIKIE PLUMBER STROMNESS PULL'.

Icecream scoop - cromium plated with spring action. Part of items from The Alfred Cafe, 7 Alfred Street, Stromness.

Stamp. Rubber stamp with wooden handle "THE ALFRED CAFE chocolates & cigarettes, delicious ices, soft drinks, chocolates. 7 ALFRED STREET, STROMNESS".