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.

29 Oct 2013

Before the mast… before the boom

24 Sep 2013

AUSTRALIA II, the winged keel and more

10 Jul 2013

A tale of self-rescue

09 Jul 2013

Rescue - the Australian surf boats

01 Jul 2013

Rescue - early Australian Lifeboats

01 Jul 2013

Hidden in plain sight: revealing the Sirius anchor

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