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.

12 Sep 2017

Welcome Wall September 2017

07 Sep 2017

Old Wrecks, 'Black Reefs'
Sailing off Coal Point, c.1935. Photographer unknown. Image: Lake Macquarie Community Heritage Photography collection

21 Aug 2017

Support for Maritime Heritage across Australia: MMAPSS grants 2017-2018
Admiral's cup

10 Aug 2017

1967: When Australia First Won The Admiral’s Cup (Part 2 of 2)

24 Jul 2017

The Shipwreck Hunter: An interview with David Mearns

12 Jul 2017

1967: When Australia First Won The Admiral's Cup (Part 1 of 2)

29 May 2017

A Roman rostrum

11 May 2017

Stories from across the seas: New names on the Welcome Wall

05 Apr 2017

One last discovery : Kenn Reefs expedition, days 9 and 10