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.

26 Feb 2016

Governor Phillip’s ‘Portsmouth Gig’
AKARANA on Sydney Harbour

24 Feb 2016

Mark your calendars for the Classic and Wooden Boat Festival 2016

19 Feb 2016

D’Urville and his navy of discovery
Sailing off Coal Point, c.1935. Photographer unknown. Image: Lake Macquarie Community Heritage Photography collection

15 Feb 2016

Applications for MMAPSS 2016-2017 grants now open

12 Feb 2016

Scrimshaw: A Whaler’s Pastime

11 Feb 2016

Would you have survived being sick on the high seas?

10 Feb 2016

A Brighter Future: The Second Annual Women and Science Symposium
Parrot pinata  for kids arts and crafts

09 Feb 2016

Pieces of Eight and a Parrot Pinata
Australian National Maritime Museum

04 Feb 2016

Book review – In All Respects Ready: Australia’s Navy in World War One