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.
Relax on one of our deckchairs while little ones play in the sand. Open every day from 11am to 3pm.
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.
Create and film your own short Lego animation film. Bring along your favourite Lego figures, vehicle, structure or pieces to include in your film using free app on your camera phone. Suitable for ages 5 years and over. Booking essential.
Create and film your own short Lego animation film. Bring along your favourite Lego figures, vehicle, structure or pieces to include in your film using free app on your camera phone. Suitable for ages 5 years and over. Booking essential.
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.
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.
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.
Relax on one of our deckchairs while little ones play in the sand. Open every day from 11am to 3pm.
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.
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.