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.

28 Sep 2012

William Dampier - Buccaneer, Explorer, Hydrographer and sometime Captain

25 Aug 2012

Vivienne T

20 Aug 2012

Behind the scenes with our textile conservators

07 Aug 2012

Shaping the unknown land to the South

14 Jun 2012

Restoring hope and a fishing boat called ‘Freedom’

13 Jun 2012

Through the eyes of a 13 year old

23 May 2012

Object of the Week : The convict artist Richard Browne

08 May 2012

Object of the Week: The Importance of Doors, the Lederer collection

29 Mar 2012

Object of the Week - Voyage into the unknown: the beautiful white dress