The Royal Society of Tasmania is preparing to make a collection of 19th-century maritime artworks publicly available after more than a century in storage. The album, created by Owen Stanley, has been safeguarded by the society since 1900, but its fragile condition prevented public display. To overcome this, the society is undertaking a project to convert the album into a digital “flip book” format. This digitization will allow a wider audience to view Stanley’s work without risking damage to the original pieces. The project aims to preserve the historical and artistic value of the album while ensuring broader accessibility. The digital version is expected to launch soon, offering a new way to experience this rare collection of colonial art. This initiative highlights a growing trend of cultural institutions utilizing digital technology to share their collections.