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 Jun 2017

Out of Hawaii: Surfing goes global with Australia’s King of the Surf

13 Jun 2017

Crafting a sensory forest

01 May 2017

The Battle of the Coral Sea
Casting and mold making

29 Mar 2017

Casting the past: How to make cheap, easy moulds and casts

19 Feb 2017

Bombing of Darwin

07 Feb 2017

Ready for Australian Wooden Boat Festival 2017

27 Jan 2017

Chinese maritime traditions and Lunar New Year: It’s the Year of the Rooster… so bring on the Dragons!

12 Jan 2017

Throwback Thursday: American troopship convoy departs for Australia 1942

30 Dec 2016

Ken Warby and life lessons