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.

How to make painted polar pillows

12 May 2015

How to make painted polar pillows

30 Apr 2015

A fishing boat called Freedom: the story of Tu Do

24 Apr 2015

James Caird into the southern oceans – Shackleton's carpenter's view
How to make a no-sew Steampunk Soctopus Softie

25 Mar 2015

How to make a no-sew Steampunk Soctopus Softie

24 Feb 2015

X-Ray Vision – Fish Inside Out
How to make an easy deep sea diver costume

18 Feb 2015

How to make an easy deep sea diver costume

30 Dec 2014

Captain Nemo’s Nautilus

16 Dec 2014

Bringing an exhibition to life: Voyage to the Deep

08 Dec 2014

Creating an underwater world of fact and fantasy