NINE at 78
2024-09-11 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-09-12 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-09-13 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-09-14 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-09-15 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-09-17 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-09-18 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-09-19 10:00 - 16:00 (Europe/London) and 9 more dates | 78 Derngate, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1UH
Art Exhibition-The Gallery
Running for the month of September as part of the hugely successful Northants and Rutland Open Studios event, 78 Derngate is pleased to present Nine at 78 – an eclectic exhibition of work from nine prominent Northamptonshire artists encompassing work in an array of styles and mediums. From paint, mixed media and collage, to glass, jewellery, ceramics, woodwork and textiles; there is something for everyone to appreciate and all the work is for sale.
Taking part are: Katy Dynes (painting and illustration), Nadege Honey (handcrafted jewellery), Sarah Luke (glass),Claire Mycock (painting and mixed media), Joy Norman (textiles and paper),Colin Proctor (painting), Mark Puryer (wood), Emma Saul (painting and ceramics)and Katrina Solano (painting). These artists and makersâ€™ creations will fill all our galleries and there will be pieces to view in the gardens, too! A great way to spend half a day (or longer!) in Northampton, why not combine this with a visit to the heritage house and shop followed by light refreshments in The Dining Room!
The exhibition opens on 31st August and runs to 29th September. Free entry to all galleries, closed on Mondays. For more information on Northants and Rutland Open Studios including individual artist profiles and linked events, please visit www.nros.co.uk

Meteorology
2025-01-05 14:30 - 16:30 | Northamptonshire Natural History Society, The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castilian Terrace, Northampton, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1LD, United Kingdom
BACK TO BASICS – WIND. One time believed to be â€˜the breath of the gods’; we will look at what causes winds and what they can tell us. We will then have a go at measuring the local winds.

PHOTOGRAPHY
2025-01-15 20:00 - 22:00 | Northamptonshire Natural History Society, The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castilian Terrace, Northampton, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1LD, United Kingdom
STREET PHOTOGRAPHY by John Gill. John is a street and documentary photographer and has published an acclaimed book of some of his images. His mostly mono images are of life in Northern Cities and Towns. This lecture is presented by Zoom. Join us in the Humfrey Rooms in the company of other members, or check our web site www.nnhs.info/Whats-On/ for the Zoom link.

Mini Museum Explorers!
2025-01-17 10:15 - 11:45 | Northampton Museum And Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom
Mini Museum Explorers!
This week â€“ Toys & Games!
Friday, 17 January
10:15 – 11:45 AM
£5 per child per session
Calling all mini adventurers!
Bring your little ones (ages 2.5–5) to our fun and creative pre-school sessions! Each week, we dive into a different magical theme with:

Engaging stories
Hands-on arts & crafts
Joyful music
New friends to meet

Parents and carers, this is your chance to enjoy a relaxed morning while your kids play, create, and explore! Plus, we’ve got snacks for the kids and tea or coffee for you—perfect for making lasting memories together.
Join us every Friday during term time and let’s make Fridays extra special!
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/â€¦/mini-museum-explorers-atâ€¦
See you soon!

Mini Museum Explorers at Northampton Museums - Lines
2025-01-24 10:15 - 11:45 | Northampton Museum And Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom
Mini Museum Explorers at Northampton Museums
Friday 10 January â€“ Friday 4 April (excluding 21 February)
1 0:15-11:45am
Northampton Museum & Art Gallery
These are popular events â€“ if Eventbrite is showing as sold out, try calling our booking line 01604 526322 Tuesday to Saturday 10am -5pm and Sundays 12 â€“ 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 â€“ Winter (Snow and Ice)
Friday 17 January â€“ Toys and Games
Friday 24 January â€“ Lines
Friday 31 January â€“ Romans
Friday 7 February â€“ Food
Friday 14 February â€“ Valentines
Friday 28 February â€“ Weather
Friday 7 March â€“ Animals
Friday 14 March â€“ Castles
Friday 21 March â€“ Bugs
Friday 28 March â€“ Transport
Friday 4 April â€“ Easter
Booking essential â€“ £5 per child per session (+ Eventbrite booking fee)
These sessions are for pre-school children (2-5 years) and their parent and carers. Accompanying carers are not required to purchase a ticket
Includes refreshments

The Worst Record Covers in the World
2025-05-15 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-05-16 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-05-17 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-05-18 10:00 - 17:00 | Northampton Museum And Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom
Get ready for a showcase of the most hilariously bad album art ever created!

The Worst Record Covers in the World exhibition features collector Steve Goldman’s unique selection of over 500 unintentionally awful record sleeves.
From bizarre design choices to laugh-out-loud concepts gone wrong, this exhibition celebrates creative risk and the joy of failure in art. Visitors can even listen to tracks from these records and vote for their favourite “worst” cover.
Admission is free — come for the cringe, stay for the comedy!

GEOLOGY
2025-05-15 14:30 - 16:30 | Northamptonshire Natural History Society, The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castilian Terrace, Northampton, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1LD, United Kingdom
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.

An exhibition of work by final year students from Northampton College.
2025-05-17 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-05-18 12:00 - 17:00 | Northampton Museum And Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom
Northampton Museum & Art Gallery
Saturday 17 May â€“ Sunday 28 June 2025
The exhibition F332 illustrates the work of 14 photographers who find themselves at a personal crossroads; as they move on to the next phase of their career they share with us an eclectic mix of photographs and projects that explore their unique experiences.
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Northamptonshire Regiment and Yeomanry Enquiries Day
2025-05-17 10:30 - 14:00 | Northampton Museum And Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom
Saturday 17 May
10.30am â€“ 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.

VE Day Commemoration Events - Stay Alive in '45 - Victory in Europe
2025-05-17 11:00 - 16:00 | Northampton Museum And Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom
Step Back in Time for the VE Day 80th Anniversary!
Saturday, 17 May
11 AM â€“ 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!
