Mini Museum Explorers at Northampton Museums Friday 10 January - Friday 4 April (excluding 21 February) 1 0:15-11:45am Northampton Museum & Art Gallery These are popular events - if Eventbrite is showing as sold out, try calling our booking line 01604 526322 Tuesday to Saturday 10am -5pm and Sundays 12 - 5pm as we do allocate some tickets to purchase over the phone/in person. Join us for our popular hands-on and fun pre-school sessions for the under-fives. Explore the museum through stories, music art and craft activities whilst making new friends and creating memories in an engaging and family friendly environment. These sessions are for pre-school children (from 2.5 to 5 years) and their parents and carers. Held on Friday mornings during term time with a different theme each week. Child’s snack and adult tea/coffee included and booking essential as places are limited. With a different theme and activities each week: Friday 10 January - Winter (Snow and Ice) Friday 17 January - Toys and Games Friday 24 January - Lines Friday 31 January - Romans Friday 7 February - Food Friday 14 February - Valentines Friday 28 February - Weather Friday 7 March - Animals Friday 14 March -...

GEOLOGICAL HEROES: JAMES HUTTON 1726-1797. James Hutton born and educated in Scotland was named the Father of Modern Geology as he sought to apply scientific principles to the world he observed, arguing that the world was older than previously understood. Bob Purser will introduce the principles he put forward and follow some of his epic journeys across Scotland.

Saturday 17 May 10.30am - 2pm Northampton Museum & Art Gallery Are you feeling inspired by the VE Day commemorations to delve into the history of your ancestors who served in the Northamptonshire Yeomanry or the Northamptonshire Regiment? Perhaps you have a treasured military object you’ve always wondered about, or a family story you’re keen to uncover? Now is the perfect time to explore these incredible stories! Come along to this event and ask our military experts – whether you want to know more about the brave men who served, the role these Regiments played in history, or the secrets behind a special piece of military memorabilia, we’re here to help you discover your past. Let’s uncover the stories that shaped our history together! Drop in, no need to book.

Step Back in Time for the VE Day 80th Anniversary! Saturday, 17 May 11 AM - 4 PM No Booking Needed – Just Drop In! The year is 1945, and victory in Europe is within reach! The final push is coming, and it’s your turn to join the action then it’s home in time for tea and medals. Are you ready to rise to the challenge? Choose Your Service: Take our thrilling test to discover whether the Army, Navy, or Air Force is your perfect match! Suit Up: Try on your new uniform and feel like a true wartime hero. Hands-On Action: Get up close with real military tools, learn to crack Morse code, identify aircraft, and much more! Test Your Skills: Think you’ve got the agility and speed to survive the assault course? Time to prove it! Bring your family and dive into history with a fun, interactive day that’s packed with excitement and adventure. Ready to do your part? We can’t wait to see you there!