Sabari Sen: A Journey in Clay and Colour
78 Derngate Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1UHFrom 2nd April to 2nd May in the Mezzanine Space. Entry to all exhibitions is free
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Events for July 2, 2026
From the Collection: Drawings
Northampton Museum And Art Gallery 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, NorthamptonAn exhibition of drawings from the Northampton Museums & Art Gallery collection. This exhibition explores drawing as a fundamental artistic language, presenting preparatory sketches and finished works that reveal how ideas take shape on paper. Through the delicate studies of Henry Moore, the atmospheric sketches of Walter Sickert, the imaginative designs of Sir Edward Burne Jones, and the expressive drawings of Clare Abbatt, amongst others, visitors are invited to consider drawing not merely as a preliminary step but as an art form in its own right. The works on display highlight how artists across different periods and practices use line, tone, and observation to experiment, problem solve, and refine their vision. Together, they celebrate drawing’s enduring role as a tool for exploration, invention, and creative thinking.
Rose Finn Kelcey: House Rules
NN Contemporary Vulcan Works, northamptonArts Collective launches its new gallery programme with an exhibition revisiting the pioneering work of British conceptual artist Rose Finn-Kelcey, curated by Emer Grant. This marks the first presentation of the artist’s work in her hometown of Northampton. Featuring photographic, installation and video works loaned from national collections and archives, the exhibition recontextualises Finn-Kelcey’s groundbreaking practice through architectural space and coded forms. It considers how formal systems and power structures shape experience through architecture, language, ritual and atmosphere. Exhibited publicly for the first time since its original installation, Bar Doors (1991) captures architectural thresholds, foregrounding moments of passage between spaces. The photographic documentation of Finn-Kelcey’s site-specific installation—seven saloon-style doors installed in a Houston city park—invites viewers to reconsider familiar architectural features as markers of access and permission. The exhibition also explores Finn-Kelcey’s fascination with spirituality and its connections to the commercial and domestic structures of contemporary life, featuring works such as It Pays to Pray (1990), God Kennel – A Tabernacle (1992) and Jolly God (1997). Her iconic flag works are also presented, including documentation of Power for the People (1972), in which a collective political declaration was placed directly onto the monumental architecture of Battersea Power Station while it remained operational. Throughout the exhibition, architecture, movement and attention shape...
I Grew up 80s
Northampton Museum And Art Gallery 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, NorthamptonTake a trip back in time with the nostalgia-filled exhibition, I Grew Up 80s. You’ll explore the cultural landscape of 1980’s Britain through the eyes of a child – revisiting the colourful vibrancy and innovation that defined the decade. From Betamax to BMX, Dirty Dancing to Donkey Kong, the Thompson Twins to Transformers. I Grew Up 80s is a lovingly curated time capsule of over two-hundred treasures that showcase the youthful exuberance of the much-loved decade. Collector and cultural commentator Matt Fox has devoted himself to exploring a 1980s childhood through the iconic objects of a decade in which so much changed.
Humans of NC
Northampton Museum And Art Gallery 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, NorthamptonThis collection of images explores themes of diversity and inclusivity, capturing how college students and staff celebrate their individuality while embracing a shared sense of belonging. Through these photographs, the work highlights the richness of different backgrounds, identities, and experiences within the college community. At its core, the exhibition reflects a simple but powerful idea: while we may appear different on the surface, we have far more that unites us than divides us. Together, these images tell a story of connection, respect, and the strength found in the community.
Thursday Morning Talks: April – July 2026
Northampton Museum And Art Gallery 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, NorthamptonCost: £3.50 per talk or £21 for a series ticket Includes tea, coffee and biscuits Booking Essential Join us for the Summer series of these seven engaging talks covering a wide range of topics, including local history, cultural heritage, notable figures, and the evolution of our communities. Whether you’re curious about the past, passionate about storytelling, or simply enjoy learning something new, these talks offer something for everyone. Delivered by knowledgeable speakers in a friendly and welcoming setting, each talk invites you to explore stories that have shaped our local identity and continue to inspire us today. Thursday 16 April The Roles of a Supporting Artiste Speaker: Robert Brewer Discover the behind-the-scenes world of a TV and film extra. Robert shares stories from his work on Hollywood blockbusters, TV dramas, soaps, comedies, and even a few adverts. Thursday 30 April Northampton Saints & the Second World War Speaker: Graham McKechnie BBC Radio Northampton sports editor and Saints club historian Graham McKechnie explores the remarkable wartime experiences of Saints players who served around the world — in the air, at sea, in North Africa, the Far East, and Normandy. Thursday 14 May The Surprise of My Life Speaker: Rosie Rushton An...
BIKE NIGHTS
The King Billy Music Bar 2 Commercial Street, NorthamptonAll are welcome, show off your ride.
Yu-Gi-Oh Locals – Thursdays @ 6.00 pm
Kingdom Gaming The Ridings, Northampton,We have an excellent community of YGO players of all experiences and all competitive levels and you should join!
O’Neill’s Karaoke Thursday
O'Neill's Northampton 23–25 St. Giles Street, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1JAWill we see you for karaoke? Join us every Thursday and sign up and sing your favourite song, see you there!! 8 pm