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.

26 Apr 2012

Kathleen Gillett on the harbour

10 Apr 2012

Object of the Week: The ex-slave, the doomed barque and the American President.

10 Apr 2012

Heroic, Forceful and Fearless – legendary tugboats sail into history

09 Mar 2012

Fleet week: John Louis goes for a spin

09 Mar 2012

Operation Rimau, the tragic sequel to the success of MV Krait

14 Feb 2012

Discover love in the museum…
Burnt school zone sign, Mogo, NSW South Coast, January 2020. Image: ABC News

03 Feb 2012

Bushfire-related materials collecting drive

31 Jan 2012

Two unusual artefacts from the wreck of the Dunbar

25 Jan 2012

Frederick Reef Archaeological Survey – Day 17