Discover stories behind the latest exhibitions, fascinating explorations into maritime science and archaeology, and the surprising details of what happens inside (and outside) a modern working museum.

13 Jan 2014

Australian pirate tales

26 Nov 2013

Reflections on Charlotte medal

01 Jul 2013

Hidden in plain sight: revealing the Sirius anchor

15 Jun 2013

Stories of growing up in Australia

05 Jun 2013

George Cruikshank: Satirising the Eastern trade

30 May 2013

A gudgeon’s life – from ocean floor to exhibition

14 Feb 2013

Mrs Cook's Valentine's Day

16 Nov 2012

The Prince of Pickpockets who stole our imagination with a swagger

28 Sep 2012

William Dampier - Buccaneer, Explorer, Hydrographer and sometime Captain