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.

08 Aug 2016

National Science Week 2016 at the Museum

05 Apr 2016

Penguins, dogs and onesies: A day in the life of a Conservator
Sailing off Coal Point, c.1935. Photographer unknown. Image: Lake Macquarie Community Heritage Photography collection

15 Feb 2016

Applications for MMAPSS 2016-2017 grants now open

22 Jan 2016

'The greatest threat to our oceans is ignorance'

07 Sep 2015

Saltwater Barks go to Istanbul

15 Jul 2015

Vale Ernest Alfred Flint – MBE OAM ED

22 Jun 2015

A new artificial reef at the Australian National Maritime Museum

31 Mar 2015

MMAPSS travel to regional NSW

05 Mar 2015

Turning the Plastic Tide