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.

16 Jun 2017

The world of Thomas Lawson: Big ships, books and sofas

14 Jun 2017

Midget submarine attack on Sydney 31 May – 1 June 1942

13 Jun 2017

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

01 May 2017

The Battle of the Coral Sea

19 Feb 2017

Bombing of Darwin

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

24 Dec 2016

The lost art of the Christmas card