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.

03 Sep 2013

Borrowing from the Maritime Museum’s Collection

10 Aug 2013

The sport of turtle riding and ‘the Greatest Liar on Earth’

03 Jul 2013

An American icon
potato block print pattern

14 Jun 2013

Make your own potato block print pattern

11 Jun 2013

Coca Cola and lanolin: Channel swimming champion visits museum

10 Jun 2013

From Bengal to Bandhani to Bandanas: a story about Indian textiles

08 Jun 2013

60 years on, thanks for all the photographs Sam

29 May 2013

Saltwater Visions

09 May 2013

DIY Mother's Day card