Elmer and Friends: The Colourful World of David McKee

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Fossil hunters

Northampton Museum And Art Gallery 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Investigate fossils and make your own to take home with you. Suitable for ages 5 years and over. Booking essential.

Open Mic Night

VnB 10 St Giles' Square, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom
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The BFG in pictures

Northampton Museum And Art Gallery 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

The BFG by Roald Dahl, the story of orphan Sophie and her giant friend was first published in 1982. It has remained in print ever since, selling more than 50 million copies. The BFG in Pictures is the first exhibition of work by Quentin Blake for Roald Dahl’s enduring tale showing iconic prints from this well-loved children’s classic.

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Windrush 75

Northampton Museum And Art Gallery 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

2023 marks the 75th anniversary of when HMT Empire Windrush docked at Tilbury on 22 June 1948 bringing one of the first large groups of West Indian immigrants. A significant number of West Indians made their way from London to live and work in Northampton. This digital exhibition tells the story of those who arrived in the 1950s and later.

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Around the world in 80 pictures

Northampton Museum And Art Gallery 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Take a journey around the world with Northampton Museum and Art Galley’s art collection. Including works from Europe, Africa, Asia and the Americas. Visit Cornish coasts, Scottish Highlands, Welsh valleys, Venetian vistas, Parisian street scenes, Norwegian fjords, Swiss mountains, Portuguese gardens and Jamaican harbours.

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Beach at the Market

Temp Market Square Commercial Street, northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Relax on one of our deckchairs while little ones play in the sand. Open every day from 11am to 3pm.

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Summer museum challenge

Northampton Museum And Art Gallery 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Why not try our museum challenge this summer? Complete the varied museum challenge activities at both museums before the end of the summer holidays and win a prize.

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Craft and chatter

Northampton Museum And Art Gallery 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

If you’re looking for a way to unwind after a busy week or just want to make some new crafting friends, come along with your chosen craft to these friendly informal sessions. They take place every Friday lunchtime in the Northampton Museum & Art Gallery lower café area. Drop in – no booking required but please purchase a drink or something to eat from the cafe.

Apero DJ

VnB 10 St Giles' Square, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Seance & Supper

The Eccentric Englishman 21 St Giles' Street, northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Calling up the Spirits - by popular demand Join us for a night of seance, table tipping and lots more await you. As ouija boards are not everyone's cup of tea, we have decided not to include them here. Linda from 'All Things Ethereal' will be joining us again.

Indifference

The Wig And Pen 19 St Giles' St, northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

indifference performing at The Wig And Pen

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The BFG in pictures

Northampton Museum And Art Gallery 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

The BFG by Roald Dahl, the story of orphan Sophie and her giant friend was first published in 1982. It has remained in print ever since, selling more than 50 million copies. The BFG in Pictures is the first exhibition of work by Quentin Blake for Roald Dahl’s enduring tale showing iconic prints from this well-loved children’s classic.

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