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.

The three youth ambassadors

15 Apr 2020

Paths for peace: High school students reflect on World War II in the Pacific
An iceberg superbly sculpted by wind and water, is lit by the Arctic sun. Gillian Clark, Eskimo Bay, 2015

24 Sep 2019

Polar opposites: What's the difference between the Arctic and Antarctica?
Sylvia Earle celebrating the ocean at the top of the world [Michael Aw]

13 Sep 2019

Her deepness: Dr Sylvia Earle
Arctic puffins, Svalbard. Image Michael Aw

25 Jul 2019

Elysium Arctic: Artists for social change
Award-wining photographer Michael Aw discusses his passion for conservation and wildlife photography.

28 Feb 2019

Capturing nature, before it disappears

25 Oct 2018

Make it at home: miniature garden terrariums

13 Jun 2017

Crafting a sensory forest

17 May 2017

War and Peace in the Pacific 75 education project
Casting and mold making

29 Mar 2017

Casting the past: How to make cheap, easy moulds and casts