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.

01 May 2017
Reflections on a piece of pewter: The Hartog plate

03 Apr 2017
Keeping HMB Endeavour in ship shape

26 Jan 2017
January 26: One day, many meanings

19 Sep 2016
A Chance Encounter: Dirk Hartog’s Landing in 1616

19 Apr 2016
Cook and the 'Swan of Litchfield'

19 Feb 2016
D’Urville and his navy of discovery

25 Jan 2016
The many meanings of Australia Day – celebration, commemoration and contestation

10 Nov 2015
"She will be the first woman that has ever made it"

11 May 2015