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.

Casting and mold making

29 Mar 2017

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

26 Jan 2017

January 26: One day, many meanings

25 Sep 2016

Those who've come across the seas: New names unveiled on the Welcome Wall

19 Sep 2016

A Chance Encounter: Dirk Hartog’s Landing in 1616

17 Aug 2016

Swashbuckling Science

21 Jun 2016

How to make a mini planetarium

17 May 2016

Flying home: How to make a zoetrope

19 Apr 2016

Cook and the 'Swan of Litchfield'

19 Feb 2016

D’Urville and his navy of discovery