12 Artists, Two Venues, Limitless Creativity
2025-10-24 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-25 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-28 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-29 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-30 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-31 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-11-01 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-11-04 10:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London) and 4 more dates | Northampton Museum And Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom
12 artists coming together at both Northampton Museum and Art Gallery and Abington Park Museum

Northampton Museum & Art Gallery & Abington Park Museum
Saturday 13 September â€“ Sunday 9 November 2025
A mix of mediums including ceramics, sculpture, paintings, glass, woodwork, printing, papercut illustrations, drawing, felted art and mixed media art.
Part of Northampton and Rutland Open Studios

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Mini Museum Explorers at Northampton Museums - Sept - Oct 2025
2025-10-24 10:15 - 11:45
Mini Museum Explorers: Big Adventures for Little Ones!
Fridays | 12 September – 24 October (excluding 3 October)
10:15am – 11:45am
Northampton Museum & Art Gallery
£5 per child per session (+ Eventbrite booking fee)
Tickets are also avaialbe to book in person or by phone direct from the museum on 01604 526322 (Tues–Sat 10am–5pm | Sun 12–5pm)
Step into a world of wonder with Mini Museum Explorers – our much-loved, hands-on sessions designed especially for curious pre-schoolers aged 2.5 to 5 years and their grown-ups!
Each Friday morning, join us for a new adventure through stories, music, art, and crafts. Discover the museum in a fun, friendly, and creative environment where imaginations soar and friendships blossom. Plus, enjoy a tasty snack for your little one and a well-earned tea or coffee for you!
Every week brings a new theme to explore:
12 September – Autumn Adventures
19 September – Let’s Play Games!
26 September – Pets & Vets
10 October – Journey to the Stone Age
17 October – Light & Dark (Diwali)
24 October – Spooky Halloween Fun
These sessions are perfect for children aged 2.5 to 5 years, accompanied by parents or carers (no ticket needed for adults). Spaces are limited, so early booking is essential!
Booking essential, Includes refreshments.

A History of Northamptonshire in 100 Objects
2025-10-25 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-26 12:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-28 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-29 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-30 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-31 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-11-01 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-11-02 12:00 - 17:00 and 7 more dates
Journey through 150 million years of Northamptonshireâ€™s past. From prehistoric treasures to modern marvels, 100 remarkable objects reveal the people, events, and industries that shaped the county, each telling a unique story of its cultural, social, and economic heritage. Northampton Museum & Art Gallery Saturday 20 September â€“ Sunday 22 February 2026 This exhibition has been shaped by an extraordinary network of 51 guest curators from across the county, each bringing their own expertise and local knowledge to the project. These dedicated individuals, from historians and collectors to community groups, have worked alongside the museum team to select objects and craft narratives. Their collaborative efforts ensure this exhibition truly reflects the breadth of Northamptonshireâ€™s heritage, guided by those who know their communities best.

Northampton Town and County Art Society: 108th Open Annual Exhibition
2025-11-08 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-11-09 12:00 - 17:00
Northampton Town and County Art Society: 108th Open Annual Exhibition
An exhibition in Art Gallery 1
Northampton Museum & Art Gallery
Saturday 8 November â€“ Sunday 11 January 2026
The Northampton Town & County Art Society presents its 108th Annual Exhibition, showcasing paintings, sculptures, and original prints by leading and emerging Northamptonshire artists.
This long-running exhibition features works by society members and selected non-members, offering a rich variety of styles and media. Most pieces are available for sale, providing an ideal opportunity to purchase original art.
Free entry
