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.

10 Aug 2013

The sport of turtle riding and ‘the Greatest Liar on Earth’

03 Jul 2013

Make it at home: miniature garden terrariums

03 Jul 2013

An American icon

27 Jun 2013

What it takes to be a Bollywood star…
potato block print pattern

14 Jun 2013

Make your own potato block print pattern

11 Jun 2013

Coca Cola and lanolin: Channel swimming champion visits museum

10 Jun 2013

From Bengal to Bandhani to Bandanas: a story about Indian textiles

08 Jun 2013

60 years on, thanks for all the photographs Sam

29 May 2013

Saltwater Visions