Australian National Maritime Museum

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    Australian National Maritime Museum
    2 Murray Street
    Pyrmont, Sydney, NSW 2009
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Australians are closely linked to the sea through commerce, defence, exploration, adventure, sport and play. Our oceans and waterways have influenced our development...and who we are.The museum captures these themes with fascinating artefacts, lively exhibitions, fun activities and even the chance to board ships and experience life on the water. Explore today!Our MissionTo bring maritime heritage to life and preserve it for future generations, through• exhibitions, programs and events that are creative, inclusive, enjoyable and memorable• development and management of the National Maritime Collection• research, acquisition, conservation, interpretation, scholarship, publication, outreach and educationOur VisionTo be dynamic and innovative in managing and exploring Australia's maritime heritage in ways that inspire, delight and enlighten.Our Values• We promote a broad interpretation of maritime heritage and culture• We recognise and celebrate cultural diversity• We regard engagement, innovation and creativity as the keystones of our work• We focus on people as the core of our exhibitions, programs and events• We respect commitment, application and achievement• We encourage partnership and collaboration• We strive for the highest standards of service• We champion integrity and ethical practice


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Masterchef Lunch and Curator Tour

21st June

Get your taste buds ready for a feast of Indian flavours prepared by Kumar and Suba Mahadean, authors of the new cookbook/biography, Food, Family and...

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Family Fun Day: Colours of India

23rd June

Celebrate Indian culture in a day of family fun inspired by our East of India exhibition. Enjoy spectacular performances, storytelling, henna tattoo...

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Kids On Deck: Teacups, Trunks And Traders

30th June

From shipwrecks to spices and saris, take a journey into the fascinating history of the British East India Company. Use block printing to create your own...

$7

Youth Programs: City to the Sea - Photography Workshops

9th July

Be inspired by Ansel Adams' famous black and white landscape photography in an adventurous photography workshop around Pyrmont and the museum. Go on a...

$40

Youth Programs: Music Video Mix Ups - Bollywood

10th July

Do you want to be the star of your very own film clip? Create your own rocking music video inspired by Bollywood. Learn dance moves, acting to camera,...

$200

Under 5s: Boats in the Harbour

16th July

Join the crew as we row, row, row our way around the museum, chug like a ferry and spy through the periscope. Enjoy stories, games, music and craft...

$7

Under 5s: Pirates Ahoy!

6th August

Come and join the rollicking fun of Mini Mariners! Explore the galleries, and sing and dance in interactive tours with costumed guides. Enjoy creative...

$7

East of India: Lascars, Tea and the Monsoon Trade – Tour and Lecture

7th August

Unpack the forgotten history and legacies of the East India Company's trade with colonial Sydney - from the significance of Lascars, the company's Asiatic...

$40

Under 5s: Pirates Ahoy!

10th August

Come and join the rollicking fun of Mini Mariners! Explore the galleries, and sing and dance in interactive tours with costumed guides. Enjoy creative...

$7

Lighthouse Larks Family Fun Day

18th August

Celebrate International Lighthouse Weekend at the museum! Activities include Storytelling sessions, family friendly tours, film screenings and Kids on...

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Past events

From Bengal to Bandhani: Talk and Textile Workshop

16th June

Liz Williamson, renowned textile artist and head of Design at UNSW COFA, discusses her Woven in Asia series, the influence of Indian artisan textiles on...

$35

Kids on Deck: Amazing Antarctic

14th May

Delve into the amazing Antarctic environment with artmaking, cool science experiments, dress-ups and games. Discover how global warming affects the South...

Free

International Ski Expo

2nd June

Travelplan's 26th annual International Ski Travel Expo is a great way to start planning for your next ski holiday. Don't miss your chance to meet the...

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Under 5s : Antarctic Animals

7th May

Mini Mariners welcomes 2-5-year-olds and their parents/carers. Expect lots of fun with games, craft and story time. Our interactive gallery tour is led by...

$3

Antarctica on Show: Elysium Epic

26th May

Following a screening of the expedition documentary, and in conjunction with the Elysium Epic exhibition, an in-depth photographic survey of Antarctica...

$40

Elysium - An imagery assessment of the Antarctic Peninsula and South Georgia

26th May

Uncover the stories behind the beautiful Elysium Epic exhibition, an in-depth scientific and photographic survey of Antarctica and the impact of global...

$40

RAN Centenary Lecture Series: World War 1 at Sea

19th May

Marking 100 years of the Royal Australian Navy, we host naval history experts from the Seapower Centre who explore the role of the Navy in World War 1,...

$25

Exhibition: Ships & the Sea

7th December

Come and 'operate’ a forklift to pick up containers, steer remote-controlled ships around the museum’s pond, design a ship of the future and rescue...

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Family Fun Day: Excellent Endeavour

19th May

Uncover the stories behind our tall ship HMB Endeavour replica in a day of family fun. Learn seamanship skills, build your own paper tall ship in Kids on...

$10

Fort Scratchley and Newcastle Maritime Museum

16th May

Board our coach at the museum for our day tour to Newcastle to visit the Newcastle Maritime Centre and take a tour of historic Fort Scratchley built in...

$60

Special: Coral Sea Commemorative Lunch

4th May

From May 4-8 1942 as part of the Japanese plans for expansion into the Pacific a major battle was fought between the Japanese Imperial Navy and Allied...

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Kids on Deck: Amazing Antarctic

14th April

Delve into the amazing Antarctic environment with artmaking, cool science experiments, dress-ups and games. Uncover how global warming affects the South...

$8.50

Cabinet of Curiosities Touch Trolley: Weird Science

14th April

Explore wonderful and curious objects from our education collection in this interactive discovery device in our galleries.

Free

Antarctic Storytelling Performances

15th April

Join us for terrific tall tales and icy adventures inspired by our favourite Antarctic children's literature.

Free

Family Fun: Night in the Navy

20th April

Join our salty sea dog Jack Bluto Tar for a family evening of adventure aboard our destroyer HMAS Vampire and patrol boat HMAS Advance. Check out...

$10

Youth Workshop: South Pole Critters Claymation

18th April

Learn photographic and editing techniques to produce your own stop-motion and clay animations inspired by the Antarctic wildlife in the Elysium Epic...

$35

The Rescue of a Solo Yachtsman

16th April

Join Captain Mike Taylor of Orion Expeditions as he gives us a firsthand account of the rescue of solo round the world sailor, 63 year old, Alain Delord...

$15

Antarctica on Film Marathon

14th April

Enjoy an epic screening of acclaimed Antarctic films and documentaries, from animated features with our favourite toe tapping penguins to spectacular...

TBA

Wrecks and Reefs

29th November

Through the underwater lens of maritime archaeology, explore four Australian shipwreck sites on remote coral reefs off tropical Queensland - the early...

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Passengers

7th March

Most Australians have at least one relative who travelled by sea to settle in Australia, from convicts in the 18th century to refugees in the 21st. That...

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Eora First People 2012

7th March

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture is strongly entwined with the sea. This exhibition takes us on a journey from Tasmania to Far North...

Navigators – defining Australia 2012

7th March

As you enter this exhibition, look up! The ceiling of stars shows the constellations that once helped guide navigators to Australia. If you watch long...

Watermarks – Adventure, Sport and Play 2012

7th March

Watermarks explores a coastal culture's love of water, in the museum's most spectacular exhibition space. In the ANZ Tall Gallery, a soaring 34-metre-high...

Navy 2012

7th March

Entering this exhibition in the spectacular ANZ Tall Gallery, you are surrounded by an atmosphere of naval tradition and service. A Fleet Air Arm...

Cabinet of Curiosities Program - Every Sunday 2012

6th March

Discover amazing artefacts in our cabinet of curiosities touch trolley. This interactive discovery device will be available in the galleries between...

$8.50

P&O – Celebrating 175 Years

17th October

The Peninsular Steam Navigation Company was founded in 1837 with a government contract to carry the Royal Mail from the United Kingdom to Spain and...

TBA

Wrecks & Reefs

4th December

Through the underwater lens of maritime archaeology, explore four Australian shipwreck sites on remote coral reefs off tropical Queensland – the early...

$15

Wetworld

28th December

This summer battle it out on the museum’s wharf with super soakers and water pistols. Keep cool at the museums family water play area, where non-stop...

$15

Wetworld!

28th December

This summer, battle it out on the museum’s wharf with super soakers and water pistols. Keep cool at the museums family water play area, where non-stop...

$15

Waves of migration

26th January

The museum's iconic roofline, evoking sails and waves, becomes the canvas this summer for a dynamic new light show exploring migration to Australia and...

Free

International Defence and Security Dialogue "Australia's Neighbourhood"

26th February

Full Day Seminar including professionally-catered lunch and morning and afternoon refreshments in our own private section of the National Maritime Museum,...

$150

Family fun day: Row, row, regattas

24th February

Celebrate Chinese New Year and the traditions of dragon boat races and regattas. Enjoy spectacular outdoor performances, creative art making activities,...

TBA

Ships & the SeaIndoor

17th December

This hands-on exhibition highlights modern seafaring and its industry. Come and ‘operate’ a forklift to pick up containers, steer remote-controlled ships...

$15

Pirates!

31st October

Walk the gangway to board your very own pirate ship, encounter the ghost of pirate Blackbeard in the captain's cabin, search for loot in the dark pirate...

$15

Swimwear style

15th February

Dip your toes into the colourful history of 20th century swimwear. Hear from ANMM Senior Curator Daina Fletcher, tour through our core exhibition...

$40

Pirates! Children's Adventure Land

1st January

Come along for this fun interactive adventure! Cut loose your cutlass and enter the world of pirates in a rollicking children's adventure land! Walk the...

$10

Kids on Deck: Sailing with Swashbucklers!

28th December

Discover a treasure trove of tall tales and high sea histories of fearless and fearsome Pirates. Craft your own splendiferous spyglass telescope, print a...

$8.50

Australia Day: family fireworks & BYO picnic

26th January

Boogie, jive and swing the evening away. Enjoy the museum's light show and Darling Harbour's firework spectacular while you groove to the sounds of the...

$10

Australia Day: HM Bark Endeavour sail

26th January

Join in the fun and excitement of Australia Day on the water, absorb all the colours of the annual Australia Day parade and see the famous ferrython...

$220

Youth workshop: Take to the stage with Monkey Baa

17th January

Be inspired by Battleships, Stowaways, Pirates and Shipwrecks. Recommended for children ages 8-14 years. Create your own adventure and bring seafaring...

$30

Youth workshop: Digital Storytelling and Film-making

22nd January

Create and edit your own short films and digital stories in this exciting two day workshop. Learn professional film-making and editing techniques as you...

$190

Under 5s: Silly Sea Creatures

22nd January

Wobble like a jellyfish, glide like a tortoise and snap like a shark as we make our way through the museum to discover the magnificent world of creatures...

$3.50

Fishing workshop: Hook, line and sinker

22nd January

This workshop teaches children responsible fishing practices and includes a segment on sharks and sustainability. Learn about conservation of fish...

$25

Tour: Shipwrecked! Torchlight Family Tour

19th January

Join character guide Stormy Grey the Stowaway for an after dark tour and shipwreck stories through our exhibition Wrecks and Reefs. Take part in a hunt to...

$18

Under 5s: Silly Sea Creatures

19th January

Wobble like a jellyfish, glide like a tortoise and snap like a shark as we make our way through the museum to discover the magnificent world of creatures...

$3.50

Book launch: A Parting Shot: Shelling of Australia by Japanese

18th January

A Parting Shot traces the story of the Japanese submarine shelling of Sydney and Newcastle-Although casualties and damage were slight the bombardments...

$25

On the water: Explore the bottom of Sydney Harbour!

17th January

Dive without getting wet and uncover the fascinating history that lies beneath Sydney Harbour. Explore submerged ships such as the Centennial and the...

$60

Under 5s: Treasure hunting tots

15th January

Join a swashbuckling adventure through the galleries in search of hidden treasure. Learn the sea shanty dance and the pirate crawl, sing songs and enjoy...

$3.50

Circus Monoxide Pirate Ship Circus

9th January

This is a show for the forever young of all ages! Go to the Pirates! exhibition and join in a rollicking good time as Circus Monoxide's fantastical pirate...

$15

Circus Monoxide Pirate Ship Circus

9th January

Go to The Pirates! Exhibition and join in a rollicking good time as Circus Monoxide’s fantastical pirate antics transport you to a world of make-believe....

$15

Under 5s: Drip, drop, splash!

12th January

Join your guides Puddleboots and The Ice Princess as we dive into the wonderful world of water! Spin like a whirlpool, swish like a river or pitter patter...

$3.50

HMB Endeavour, replica 2012

1st June

On permanent display Museum wharves For ticket information, please visit http://bit.ly/9l9kfL The Australian-built replica of James Cook's HMB Endeavour...

Under 5s: Under the Sea 2012

30th January

Come join the rollicking fun of Mini Mariners! Every Tuesday during term, mini mariners and their parents/carers go on an interactive gallery tour with a...

$8.50

Under 5s Fun at Australian National Maritime Museum - Every Tuesday

30th January

Every Tuesday during term, mini mariners and their parents/carers go on an interactive gallery tour with a costumed guide. Then it’s play time in our...

$8.50

Mini Mariners - Every Tuesday 2012

14th February

Take an interactive gallery tour with a costumed guide, and afterwards enjoy craft, games and storytime. These sessions are for children aged 2-5 years...

$8.50

Music @ the Museum for Preschoolers and their Families

19th November

Come and enjoy a series of music workshops which explore the themes of the Museum through music and movement.

Free

Remembering Titanic - 100 Years

29th March

Titanic was to be the greatest ship afloat, shining proof of the industrial power of the modern world. But tragically, this vision was shattered on its...

$17.50

Phoenix Kites Workshop

28th October

Discover the art of kite-making inspired by Vietnamese cultural traditions. Join professional kite-maker Michael Richards to create your own kite in a...

TBA

Cruise To Q Station

24th October

Uncover the fascinating history of the Quarantine Station, its buildings and surrounds through an in-depth guided tour. Hear the personal stories of...

$65.00.

Escape From Vietnam

13th June

In 2004 the Archive of Vietnamese Boat People (AVBP) was formed to document one of the largest mass migrations in modern history - the exodus of the...

TBA

Classic & Wooden Boat Festival 2012

13th October

The 2012 Classic & Wooden Boat Festival is a fantastic weekend for everyone. Get up close and personal with some of Sydney's stunning heritage vessels...

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Classic & Wooden Boat Festival 2012

12th October

The 2012 Classic & Wooden Boat Festival is a fantastic weekend for everyone. Get up close and personal with some of Sydney's stunning heritage vessels...

Free

Spring School Holidays: Free Activities

23rd September

Explore wonderful and curious objects from our education collection and find out about their mysterious past.

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Fish in Australian Art 2012

5th April

This is the story of people and fish, told through a history of Australian art. The wonderment of fish and fishing has inspired Australia's Indigenous...

Tour: Garden Island Naval Heritage Tour

7th August

Enjoy this popular behind-the-scenes guided tour of Garden Island heritage precinct with representatives of The Naval Historical Society of Australia....

$60

Pirates! Children's Adventure Land

22nd September

Cut loose your cutlass and enter the world of pirates in a rollicking children's adventure land! Walk the gangway to board your very own pirate ship,...

TBA

Orient Express: A History Of P&O Cruises Via The Suez Canal

20th September

Join archivist and historian Rob Henderson for a fascinating journey through the rich history of P&O cruises and the Suez canal. View classic images and...

$40.00

Music @ the Museum for Preschoolers and their Families

17th September

Come and enjoy a series of music workshops which explore the themes of the Museum through music and movement.

Free

Pirates Ahoy! Family Fun Day

16th September

Join the International talk like a pirate day celebrations at the museum with special performances by Captain Feathersword and Henry the Octopus. Dress in...

$8.50

Talk: History Week: Titanic Threads

12th September

Join designer and head of costume at NIDA Fiona Reilly, and author and historian Inger Sheil in this lively History Week seminar inspired by our...

$18

Members In Conversation: Jeffrey Mellefont

26th August

Editor of Signals magazine, Jeffrey is a one-time wharfie and tuna fisherman, formerly a professional blue-water yacht skipper and navigator, and a...

Free

Auslan Interpreted Tour: Fish And Titanic

25th August

Join our AUSLAN and art guides and delve into two exhibitions - Fish in Australian Art and Remembering Titanic - 100 years.

Free

Meet The Neighbours

21st August

Meet our neighbour the classic Manly ferry South Steyne, a Sydney icon and harbour grand dame. Hear tall tales and true of this magnificent, historic...

$25

Lighthouse Larks Family Fun Day

19th August

Celebrate International Lighthouse Weekend at the museum! Activities include Storytelling sessions, family friendly tours, film screenings and Kids on...

$7

Ran Centenary 1911–15: Annual Lecture Series

12th August

To mark these years of centenaries of the Royal Australian Navy - 2011 was the centenary of the Royal Warrant, while 2013 will mark the Fleet's first...

$15

Mini Mariners Boats in The Harbour

5th June

Join us for this fun and exciting activity, for ages 2-5 years. Come along for an art adventure! Sing the colours of the rainbow, follow straight and...

$8.50

Music @ the Museum for Preschoolers and their Families

18th June

Come and enjoy a series of music workshops which explore the themes of the Museum through music and movement.

Free

Travelplan International Ski Expo

3rd June

The International Ski Travel Expo is a FREE event now in its 25th year, offering snow enthusiasts the chance to meet representatives from the world’s best...

Free

Nawi Exploring Australia's Indigenous watercraft

31st May

The Australian National Maritime Museum will host the first major meeting of minds on Indigenous canoes and culture in a national conference: Nawi...

$220

Mini Mariners Fishy Fun - An Art Adventure

1st May

Sing the colours of the rainbow, follow straight and curved and wiggly lines through our special exhibition Fish in Australian Art. Listen to the stories...

$8.50

Cruise: HMB Endeavour welcome home

21st May

Enjoy a breakfast sail on the 1874 barque James Craig and be there to welcome HMB Endeavour and her intrepid crew back to Sydney after their historic...

$55

Fateful feasts: Titanic

20th May

Gastronomy lecturer Diana Noyce shows how the food served on RMS Titanic represents a microcosm of Edwardian society. Guided tour of exhibition...

$45

Cruise: Shipwrecks, corrosion, conservation

16th May

Join our museum teacher-guides for a tour and workshop presentation on conserving our submerged cultural heritage, then take a cruise to Watson's Bay for...

$68

Twitter competition: Welcome home HMB Endeavour

3rd May

After 13 months at sea circumnavigating Australia, HMB Endeavour will return to the Australian National Maritime Museum on Monday 21 May! To celebrate we...

Fish-Delish! Cooking Workshop For Families 2012

5th May

Take a family-friendly interactive tour of FISH in Australian Art. Then join a professional chef and learn how to create a delicious fish-inspired dish.

$25

20 years - a snapshot 2012

26th November

The museum commemorates 20 years this November. Come celebrate with us and see our photographic exhibition. From royalty and rock stars, to vessels and...

Under 5s: Sail Around The World 2012

24th April

Mini Mariners welcomes 2-5-year-olds and their parents/carers. Expect lots of fun with games, craft and story time. Our interactive gallery tour is led by...

$8.50

Storytelling: Tales From The Sea 2012

22nd April

Be enthralled by storyteller Miles Merrill as he weaves tales inspired by the museum's collection including the Cape Bowling Green Lighthouse and the...

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Kids on Deck: Fish Fantastic 2012

8th April

Be inspired by frilly, finned and fantastic fish. Make a funky neon fish drawing, print scales on a reusable bag or pull together a 3D shark puzzle.

$8.50

Kids on Deck: Titanic Tales 2012

15th April

Sunday 15 April is the anniverary of the sinking of the Titanic. Learn about the famous steamship RMS Titanic. Create giant iceberg sculptures, make ship...

$8.50

Shipwrecked! Torchlight Family Tour 2012

14th April

Join the museum's night-keeper Spanker Boom for an after-dark tour and shipwreck stories - from the Dunbar to the Titanic. Enjoy arctic inspired snacks,...

$20

Pirate Family Cruise 2012

13th April

Avast ye all trainee pirates! The Pirate Code requires sea time aboard a certified pirate ship to become a fully qualified member of the Brotherhood. Wear...

$65

Flying Fish! Stop-Motion And Claymation 2012

12th April

Learn photographic and editing techniques to produce your own stop-motion and clay animations inspired by FISH in Australian Art. Create your own short...

$40.

Under 5s: Sail Around The World 2012

3rd April

Mini Mariners welcomes 2-5-year-olds and their parents/carers. Expect lots of fun with games, craft and story time. Our interactive gallery tour is led by...

$8.50

Under 5s: Pirates Ahoy! 2012

6th March

Mini Mariners welcomes 2-5-year-olds and their parents/carers. Expect lots of fun with games, craft and story time. Our interactive gallery tour is led by...

$8.50

AQUA: A Journey into the World of Water

17th January

AQUA is a multisensory experience for the whole family. Discover the story of water and its importance in our lives as you are taken through a journey of...

$25

Aqua: A Journey Into the World of Water 2012

3rd December

AQUA is a multisensory experience for the whole family. Discover the story of water and its importance in our lives as you are taken through a journey of...

Museum Moments Photo Competition 2012

1st November

Share your museum moment and celebrate 20 years of the Australian National Maritime Museum. As the museum looks back on the last 20 years, we invite you...

Free

Cabinet of Curiosities: Water Stories 2012

11th December

Join us for this fun activity for the kids these school holidays. Discover amazing artefacts in our cabinet of curiosities touch trolley Experience museum...

Free

School Holiday Fun 2012

11th December

Discover the fun and adventure of our children's activities. There's something for every sized sailor, suitable for children of all ages and their...

$3.50

Silhouette Sleuths Activity Trail 2012

28th December

Discover the fun and adventure of this wonderful school holiday activity for the kids! Collect an activity trail from the museum's information desk...

Free

Kids on Deck: Amazing AQUA Adventures 2012

28th December

Join the fun and adventure of this exciting school holiday activity for the kids! Discover the wonderful world of water for living, water for leisure and...

$8.50

Night in the Navy

21st January

A family evening of fun and adventure aboard the Australian Maritime Museum’s destroyer – HMAS Vampire. Spooky ghost stories and deduction activities are...

Planet Shark - Predator or Prey - The Exhibition

14th December

Sharks have been predators for more than 450 million years in our oceans making them among the most successful species on earth. Their reign has been...

Free