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.

Beau James

Beau James is from the Mununjali clan of the Yugambeh Nation from SE Queensland with links to Stradbroke Island. Currently working as the Indigenous Programs Manager for the Australian National Maritime Museum their responsibilities include the development of cultural programs, events and exhibitions focusing on the Museums Indigenous collection. Working collaboratively with communities, artists and art centres throughout Australia they have curated innovative exhibitions both nationally and internationally and sourced exciting new works intertwining the traditional with the contemporary to further highlight and explore Indigenous culture and connection to Saltwater, Freshwater country.

31 May 2016

Songlines: The art of navigating the Indigenous world

27 May 2016

Raising the flag for National Reconciliation Week 2016: ‘Our History, Our Story, Our Future’

16 Mar 2016

Living Waters: Shellwork in Indigenous Art and Culture