Dive deeper

Discover the wider world of the museum. Find answers for your research, explore stories about significant events and remarkable people. Enjoy browsing through our rich and diverse range of vessels, photography and artefacts.

First Nations ceremony

First Nations

Explore the museum's keeping place of conversations with community relating to past exhibitions, research and programs embracing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

 

Black and White photograph, three passengers on the deck of migrant ship MV NAPOLI as it moves up Sydney Harbour. The Harbour Bridge can be seen in the background.

Migration

If your cultural heritage is from over the seas, then learn about how we collect, celebrate and share the diverse immigrant experiences that contribute to Australia’s vibrant society.

Maritime archaeology

Dive into the museum’s maritime archaeology research, including the dramatic stories of shipwrecks and understanding diverse underwater heritage sites.

photograph of an orange clown fish

Ocean Futures

Delight in the diverse creatures and environments that make up our oceans, lakes and rivers, including the challenges they face and some inspiring solutions.

Illustration of a grey warship on the water within a golden circular frame. This frame is flanked by three flags; the Australian flag, the British flag and the New South Wales flag.

Australia’s role in the Indo-Pacific region

Delve into the deep connections that link Australia with our maritime neighbours across the Indian and Pacific Oceans, including the Royal Australian Navy and the United States.

Society and water

Encompassing maritime trade, industries and tourism, and sport and leisure on water.

Behind the scenes

Learn how the museum’s conservation team preserves objects from our collection.