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The Australian National Maritime Museum sets out to tell the story of a nation shaped by the sea, from the seafaring traditions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to convict transportation, immigration, naval history, trade and surf culture. Opened on the western side of Darling Harbour in November 1991, its sail-like building was designed by the architect Philip Cox and sits right on the water, blurring the line between the galleries inside and the working fleet moored alongside. ...