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Maritime Museums
Maritime Museums Around the World
A full listing of maritime museums around the world with links. Compiled by Robert H. Smith. He has also written museum guides to almost all the 648 maritime museums in North America.
> www.maritimemuseums.net |
Australian Association of Maritime History
The Australian Association for Maritime History was formed in May 1978. Its main aim is to promote the study, publication and general appreciation of maritime history. Membership is open to anyone with an interest in maritime history. The AAMH is not restricted to Australia and Australian maritime history: its membership and field of interest are international in scope. The AAMH is run by an Executive Council that has officers from all States and Territories. It is currently based in Sydney.
> www.aamh.asn.au |
Seascape Naviagator - Melbourne Maritime Museum
The Melbourne Maritime Museum - home of Polly Woodside has been closed since 30 April 2006 to allow for the major redevelopment of the lower Yarra’s southern bank.
> www.maritimeworld.net |
Sydney Heritage Fleet (NSW)
A community-based non-profit organisation, the Fleet’s mission is to: build and maintain an internationally recognised centre of excellence in maritime heritage for the benefit of all Australians by presenting through research, acquisition, conservation, restoration, education and operation, our continuing maritime history.
> www.shf.org.au |
Tall Ships Victoria
Tall Ships Victoria was established in 2006 to promote, coordinate, support and facilitate the activities of Tall Ships in Victoria.
> www.tallshipsvictoria.org |
Australian National Maritime Museum
The Australian National Maritime Museum has an extensive program of exhibitions, events and activities educational programs and an extensive research and collection of Australian maritime history.
The museum is a true treasure of maritime history for Australia.
> www.anmm.gov.au |
Ship Modelling Clubs
Canberra Model Shipwright Society
Canberra Model Shipwright Society
The Canberra Model Shipwrights Society (CMSS) was established in Canberra, in the Australian Capital Territory, on 21 April 1988. It has the objectives of fostering and maintaining interest in building and constructing scale model ships, boats and associated fittings, gear, equipment, armaments and relevant items and structures and the pursuit of excellence in this field.
> www.canberramodelshipwrights.org.au |
Ship Modelling Society of Victoria
The Ship Modelling Society of Victoria Incorporated (SMSV) was established in Melbourne in 1938 to encourage, and to provide facilities for, the furtherance of the art of ship modelling.
We are primarily an association of people with an interest in ship modeling, in all its forms (plastic, wood, card, period or modern ships, and remote control). However, anyone with an interest in maritime art, photography or literature is welcome.
The Society provides an opportunity for members to mix and converse with those of a like mind and fosters the exchange of ideas, research and experience. We have an extensive library of books and plans that are available for the exclusive use of members. Our newsletter, “Slipway”, is promulgated quarterly and contains news and articles of interest to members.
Visitors are always welcome.
> www.shipmodelsvic.org.au |
Ship Modelling Blogs
Building the HMS Beagle
Through the Australian National Maritime Museum this site shows the progressive build of a model of the HMS Beagle.
> blogs.anmm.gov.au |
Modellers Shipyard Sites
Youtube Video - How to Build HM Cutter Mermaid
The following video clip is a short sequence from Modellers Shipyard DVD on How to Build the HM Cutter Mermaid. The complete DVD is over 3 hours of narration & demonstration by Master Period Model Ship Builder Leon Griffiths.
The DVD shows the modeller every step in building the hull, deck furniture and rigging of the model. The lessons demonstrated are applicable to the building of other period ship models. Leon presents each step of the Mermaid's construction demonstrating his many model ship building tips and techniques.
To purchase the full DVD set and view others in our range visit www.modelshipyard.com.au
> www.youtube.com/watch?v=GulqnmgkPpQ |
Modellers Shipyard Blog
The blog created by Modellers Shipyard is an interactive space for comments, discussions, enquiries, book and kit reviews, upcoming events and much more.
Feel free to send photos, articles, questions and handy model building hints and tips to info@modelshipyard.com.au and the Modellers Shipyard team will post for you on this blog spot.
> modellersshipyard.blogspot.com/ |
Facebook Business Page
Modellers Shipyard has a Facebook business page, we extend an invite to all that use Facebook to become a fan of Modellers Shipyard. Our Facebook page is a place where you can upload photos of your models, have a discussion with other modellers and keep up to date with the latest information from the Shipyard.
> www.facebook.com/pages/Blaxland-Australia/Modellers-Shipyard/95515352633?ref=ts |
Free Email Monthly Newsletter
The monthly email newsletter is where we announce news, up-coming events, offer monthly specials, modeller of the month and any additions to our range
> www.modelshipyard.com.au/mailinglist.asp |
Model Ship Forums
Model Ship World
Model Ship World is a community of ship and boat modellers from around the world, whose aim is to promote ship & boat modelling of all types.
> www.modelshipworld.com |
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