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.

19 Jun 2016

Remembering AE2: Johnnie and Mehmet

18 May 2016

Man in the machine: submarines, ships, sailors and National memory

19 Apr 2016

Cook and the 'Swan of Litchfield'

04 Mar 2016

A most unexpected friend

02 Mar 2016

After Emden: HMAS Sydney’s War 1915-18

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
Australian National Maritime Museum

04 Feb 2016

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

25 Jan 2016

The many meanings of Australia Day – celebration, commemoration and contestation