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Architectural Heads/Flower Heads

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.

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From the Collection: Women Artists

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

An exhibition of artworks from NMAG's collection celebrates the variety of genres, methods and media used by women artists, from the eighteenth to the twenty-first century. Northampton Museum & Art Gallery Saturday 11 November - Sunday 12 April 2026 Throughout history, both men and women have created art, yet only a select few have been remembered within Western art history. Art by men was historically valued more highly than art by women, reflecting broader beliefs that only men could possess artistic or creative genius. Certain genres and mediums were also considered more prestigious, while work made in the domestic sphere was dismissed as craft or decoration rather than recognised as fine art. Women were barred from studying nude figures a crucial part of classical art training until the late 1800s. Second-wave feminism in the twentieth century, and wider social changes in the twenty-first, have challenged these hierarchies. Today, women are at the forefront of artistic production, with artists such as Tracey Emin, Maggi Hambling, Rachel Whiteread and Jasleen Kaur recognised as leading voices in contemporary art.

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Carboniferous Monsters: 100 million years before the Dinosaurs

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!

LeBURN MADDOX & Friends.

The King Billy Music Bar 2 Commercial Street, Northampton, United Kingdom

With a powerhouse career spanning over five decades, LeBurn Maddox is the American guitarist and singer who’s set stages ablaze around the world. From New York to Glastonbury, from Soul Train to the Isle of Wight Festival, LeBurn’s music journey is nothing short of legendary. Discovered in 1976 by Atlantic Records’ hitmaker Jimmy Castor, LeBurn toured the world as his lead guitarist, sharing stages with icons like Chaka Khan, Marvin Gaye, Bill Withers, Patti LaBelle, Kool & the Gang and more. Their electrifying performances were broadcast on top U.S. music TV shows like Soul Train, earning LeBurn his place among the greats. A true genre-blender, LeBurn fuses funk, blues, reggae, and rock with effortless mastery. Over the years, he has opened for and collaborated with titans such as John Lee Hooker, Albert Collins, Jeff Healey, and Joe Bonamassa. He’s also shared the stage with music legends like Debbie Harry & Blondie, Lionel Richie, Steppenwolf, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Joss Stone, War, Funkadelic, Burning Spear and The Wailers. Seen on the BBC’s hit series ‘Rock Till We Drop’ alongside Martin Kemp, LeBurn wowed crowds at the 2021 Isle of Wight Festival, opening for Seasick Steve and Duran Duran. From Canada to...

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Hawaiian Weekend

The Wig And Pen 19 St Giles' St, northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Join us from Friday 3rd for a jam packed weekend of music, cocktails and fun and see in the first bank holiday weekend of the year with us!!With 8 live music events planned from Saturday afternoon jams to late night DJ's from Friday to Monday the Wig is the place to be this easter!!

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Iconic Easter Rabbit Trail

Northampton Town Centre

Complete a trail of town centre shops and track down 14 iconic rabbits on display in Northampton town centre this Easter. Participants will given a map of the town with 15 locations. You will need to visit each location, where you will find a wooden figure of a well-known rabbit from the world of film, TV or books. Each rabbit will be holding an Easter egg featuring a letter. You will need to find all 14 letters and unscramble them to come up with a popular Easter phrase. When you have completed the entry form by spelling out the phrase, you can exchange it for a chocolate treat from Market Square News. You will then be entered into a prize draw, with two winners each receiving a £50 voucher to spend in a town centre business of your choice. The trail starts on Saturday, 28 March and will end on Sunday, 12 April. For full details visit: http://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/iconic-easter.../

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Iconic Easter Rabbit Trail

Northampton Town Centre

Complete a trail of town centre shops and track down 14 iconic rabbits on display in Northampton town centre this Easter. Participants will given a map of the town with 15 locations. You will need to visit each location, where you will find a wooden figure of a well-known rabbit from the world of film, TV or books. Each rabbit will be holding an Easter egg featuring a letter. You will need to find all 14 letters and unscramble them to come up with a popular Easter phrase. When you have completed the entry form by spelling out the phrase, you can exchange it for a chocolate treat from Market Square News. You will then be entered into a prize draw, with two winners each receiving a £50 voucher to spend in a town centre business of your choice. The trail starts on Saturday, 28 March and will end on Sunday, 12 April. For full details visit: http://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/iconic-easter.../

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Architectural Heads/Flower Heads

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.

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