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.

Senior men’s championship winners on the podium: 1 Midget Farrelly, Australia (centre), 2 Mike Doyle, California (left), 3 Joey Cabell, Hawaii (right).

04 Jul 2017

The Bulk of the Iceberg: What's NOT On Display at the Museum

20 Jun 2017

A Poignant Remnant from the 'Plucky little Ship Aurora'

16 Jun 2017

The world of Thomas Lawson: Big ships, books and sofas

14 Jun 2017

Midget submarine attack on Sydney 31 May – 1 June 1942

13 Jun 2017

Out of Hawaii: Surfing goes global with Australia’s King of the Surf

11 May 2017

Stories from across the seas: New names on the Welcome Wall

22 Feb 2017

Terrific times in Tasmania at the Australian Wooden Boat Festival 2017

07 Feb 2017

Ready for Australian Wooden Boat Festival 2017

27 Jan 2017

Chinese maritime traditions and Lunar New Year: It’s the Year of the Rooster… so bring on the Dragons!