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  • PHOTOGRAPHY

    Northamptonshire Natural History Society The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castilian Terrace, Northampton, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

    CRITIQUING NIGHT Members should bring in up to 2 digital images or prints. The images can be any they would like critiqued, or maybe ones they are thinking of entering into a future competition. Each person will be asked to critique an image and to discuss how it may be improved. Not a competition but an opportunity to practice critiquing and to learn from our own and each other's images. 3 of 4 critique evenings.

  • Nationwide Building Society and Dementia UK – Free Admiral Nurse Dementia Support Appointments – 14–16 April

    Recurring
    Nationwide 24 Abington Street,, Northampton,

    There is a series of free Admiral Nurse appointments taking place at Nationwide’s Northampton branch, in partnership with Dementia UK. These sessions will be held on 14th, 15th and 16th April at Nationwide Northampton, 24 Abington Street, NN1 2AJ. These clinics offer expert, tailored support for people living with dementia, as well as their families and carers. During a private one-to-one appointment, an Admiral Nurse can provide: Help understanding a diagnosis and exploring next steps Practical advice for caring and managing changes in behaviour Emotional support for families and carers Guidance on complex issues such as distressed behaviours, family dynamics, and planning for the future All appointments take place in a private space within the branch and are open to anyone affected by dementia — not just Nationwide members. Individuals can book directly online at dementiauk.org/nationwide, or by texting APPOINTMENT to 07478 724000 to receive a callback for booking assistance.

  • Architectural Heads/Flower Heads

    Recurring
    78 Derngate Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1UH

    We are delighted to host two much-travelled contemporary artists, Piero Serra & Simington who will be displaying their work in the Barwell Room from Tuesday March 10 th to the end of May. With very different styles and techniques, the two friends chose to collaborate on this exhibition entitled ‘Architectural Heads/Flower Heads’. Serra, who trained as an architect, was born in Northampton. He shows us his extraordinary drawings which were partially inspired by architectural forms soon after he moved to Berlin, where he still lives. Serra who trained as an architect, was born in Northampton. Simington’s work shows us constructed composite images, which can be made up of multiple layers, to create worlds which take on a life of their own. Liam was born in Scotland, has lived in both Japan and Egypt and now resides in Northamptonshire. House and Galleries are open Tuesday to Sunday 10am – 4.30pm. A small entrance fee applies for visits to the heritage house but entry to all exhibitions is free.

  • Carboniferous Monsters: 100 million years before the Dinosaurs

    Recurring
    Northampton Museum And Art Gallery 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

    Step back to the Carboniferous period, 100 million years before the dinosaurs. Northampton Museum & Art Gallery Saturday 21 February - Sunday 7 June 2026 Visit tropical forests and swamps teeming with bizarre and ferocious ancient monsters, some of which had larger teeth than T. rex. Meet the dinosaurs' distant ancestors, the very first reptiles, the largest creepy-crawlies ever to live, and prehistoric animals unlike anything you've ever seen before! A must-see for prehistoric monster fans of all ages!

  • Art and Comics Unwrapped: Exploring the Line Between Comics and Fine Art

    Recurring
    Northampton Museum And Art Gallery 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

    This Exhibition explores the similarities between fine art and comics and how they are produced. It will explain the process of how comics are created and examine the common elements from fine art; the drawing, the painting and the poetry. It will also exhibit a story of epic proportions without superheroes, just ordinary people.

  • Thursday Morning Talks: April – July 2026

    Recurring
    Northampton Museum And Art Gallery 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

    Cost: £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...

  • GEOLOGY

    Northamptonshire Natural History Society The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castilian Terrace, Northampton, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

    NORTHAMPTONSHIRE'S IRONSTONE INDUSTRY Whilst ironstone has been quarried in Northamptonshire's since Roman times, it was following the Great Exhibition of 1851 that iron and steel became significant in Northamptonshire' industrial history. In this joint meeting with the Northamptonshire Industrial Archaeology Group, Ian Clarke and Mike Ringwood will tell the story of the iron and steel industry, relating it to the Jurassic geology of Northamptonshire.