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.

27 Apr 2016

The Boat in The Beach

21 Mar 2016

The Little Guys: Puppets and Creating Harmony

21 Mar 2016

Captain Cook, whisky and smallpox

16 Mar 2016

Living Waters: Shellwork in Indigenous Art and Culture

02 Nov 2015

Remembrance Day and the War in the Pacific Virtual Excursion

07 Sep 2015

Saltwater Barks go to Istanbul

20 Aug 2015

Death, destruction and the Dunbar: Sydney’s worst maritime disaster

30 Jul 2015

Shark attack in Sydney Harbour
Needlework sampler made by Julia Donovan on board Carnatic en route to Australia, 1879

28 Jul 2015

A migration story in stitch