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SUMMARY:Rose Finn Kelcey: House Rules
DESCRIPTION:Arts Collective launches its new gallery programme with an exhibition revisiting the pioneering work of British conceptual artist Rose Finn-Kelcey\, curated by Emer Grant. This marks the first presentation of the artist’s work in her hometown of Northampton. \nFeaturing photographic\, installation and video works loaned from national collections and archives\, the exhibition recontextualises Finn-Kelcey’s groundbreaking practice through architectural space and coded forms. It considers how formal systems and power structures shape experience through architecture\, language\, ritual and atmosphere. \nExhibited publicly for the first time since its original installation\, Bar Doors (1991) captures architectural thresholds\, foregrounding moments of passage between spaces. The photographic documentation of Finn-Kelcey’s site-specific installation—seven saloon-style doors installed in a Houston city park—invites viewers to reconsider familiar architectural features as markers of access and permission. \nThe exhibition also explores Finn-Kelcey’s fascination with spirituality and its connections to the commercial and domestic structures of contemporary life\, featuring works such as It Pays to Pray (1990)\, God Kennel – A Tabernacle (1992) and Jolly God (1997). Her iconic flag works are also presented\, including documentation of Power for the People (1972)\, in which a collective political declaration was placed directly onto the monumental architecture of Battersea Power Station while it remained operational. \nThroughout the exhibition\, architecture\, movement and attention shape how the works are encountered. Finn-Kelcey’s work offers a lens through which to experience 24 Guildhall Road as an active structure—shaped by play\, language and collective imagination. \n\n\n\n\nImage Credit: Rose Finn-Kelcey Bar Doors (Photograph of installation) 1991 \nWood\, Houston International Festival\, Buffalo Bayou Park\, Houston\, Texas. USA \n©The Estate of Rose Finn-Kelcey. Courtesy the Estate and Kate MacGarry
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/rose-finn-kelcey-house-rules/2026-06-19/
LOCATION:NN Contemporary\, Vulcan Works\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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SUMMARY:Planetarium Go! Northampton
DESCRIPTION:Embark on immersive journeys through space\, from family–friendly adventures to awe–inspiring documentaries revealing the mysteries of our universe. Pick your favourite film and prepare for a breathtaking 360° experience under our dome.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/planetarium-go-northampton/2026-06-19/
LOCATION:Northampton Market Square
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260619T101500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260619T114500
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SUMMARY:Mini Museum Explorers – April – July 2026
DESCRIPTION:Booking essential\, includes refreshments. \nEmbark on a magical journey with Mini Museum Explorers!\nEvery Friday morning\, our beloved hands-on sessions invite curious little adventurers aged 2.5 to 5 years—and their grown-ups—into a world bursting with creativity and discovery. \nEach week brings a brand-new adventure filled with captivating stories\, joyful music\, imaginative art\, and playful crafts. Explore the museum in a warm\, welcoming space where imaginations take flight and new friendships bloom. \nAnd while your little explorer enjoys a tasty treat\, you can relax with a well-deserved tea or coffee. It’s the perfect way to start your Friday—with fun\, learning\, and a sprinkle of museum magic! \n17 April – Comic Capers \n24 April – Dragons and Castles \n1 May – May Day \n8 May – Soldiers and Warriors \n15 May – Truly Scrumptious! \n22 May – Gardens and Plants \n5 June – All the colours of the Rainbow \n12 June – Animal Adventures \n19 June – Smartest Giant in Town \n26 June – Doctors and Nurses \n3 July – Transport \n10 July – Sailing the Seas \nThese 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!
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/mini-museum-explorers-april-july-2026/2026-06-19/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260619T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260619T140000
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SUMMARY:Craft and chatter
DESCRIPTION:If you’re looking for a way to unwind after a busy week or just want to make some new crafting friends\, come along with your chosen craft to these friendly informal sessions. \nThey take place every Friday lunchtime in the Northampton Museum & Art Gallery lower café area. \nDrop in – no booking required but please purchase a drink or something to eat from the cafe.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/craft-and-chatter-5/2026-06-19/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260619T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260619T193000
DTSTAMP:20260603T003309
CREATED:20260526T154827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T154827Z
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SUMMARY:Eric & Ern
DESCRIPTION:The Production Garden in association with Cube Room Productions presents an evening of Eric & Ern with Ian Ashpitel and Jonty Stephens. From the Olivier nominated duo behind the hugely celebrated critically acclaimed West End hit Eric & Little Ern. \nThis is a show for all the family from 8 to 80! \nA brilliant homage crammed full of renditions of those famous comedy sketches\, that hits all the right notes! Coming to Royal & Derngate celebrating the centenary year of the nation’s favourite comedy legends Morecambe & Wise! \nFrom Greig’s Piano concerto to Mr Memory\, “Arsenal!” It’s a show full of Morecambe and Wise’s most loved routines\, songs and sketches. \nThis wonderful show evokes memories of times when whole families would huddle around the telly to watch those fantastic Christmas specials. \nYou’ll feel you’ve experienced the real thing and been taken back to a world of sunshine and laughter. \nAs seen on The One Show on BBC1 and The Alan Titchmarsh Show on ITV
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/eric-ern/2026-06-19/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260619T193000
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SUMMARY:Nigel Kennedy: A Virtuoso Concert Performance
DESCRIPTION:Nigel Kennedy\, one of the most distinctive and influential violinists of his generation\, returns home to the UK with Virtuoso\, his first major national tour in over fifteen years. \nRenowned for his uncompromising artistry and singular style\, Kennedy has performed at the world’s leading concert halls\, from Carnegie Hall to the Sydney Opera House. This tour offers a rare opportunity to experience his work live in performance at Royal & Derngate. \nThe programme brings together classical repertoire with jazz and contemporary influences. It includes Bach\, Kennedy’s own interpretation of A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square\, and original compositions\, including a tribute to his mentors Yehudi Menuhin and Stéphane Grappelli. \nHe is joined by long-time collaborators Alec Dankworth on bass and Peter Adams on cello\, forming an exceptional ensemble of musical sensitivity and precision. \nKennedy’s landmark recording of Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons established him as a defining figure in modern classical music. His performances continue to be marked by technical brilliance and emotional depth. \nAn opportunity to experience one of the great violinists of our time\, a true virtuoso. \n“One of the most important violinists Britain has ever produced” – The Guardian
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/nigel-kennedy-a-virtuoso-concert-performance/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260620T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260620T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T112720Z
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SUMMARY:Northampton Space Trail
DESCRIPTION:We’re challenging families to complete a trail of town centre businesses and track down eight space-themed installations to complement the Pop-Up Planetarium in the Market Square.\n\n\n\nLaunching this weekend\, the immersive 360-degree experience is expected to bring in thousands of children over the next month\, discovering more about our solar system and the universe beyond.\n\n\n\nSitting alongside the Planetarium GO UK experience will be a digital trail featuring eight space-themed installations housed in eight separate locations.\n\n\n\nThe activity will see participants encouraged to complete the trail by answering a question at each location on their phone\, with all those visiting all eight locations entered into a prize draw for the chance to win one of two £50 vouchers to spend in Northampton town centre.\n\n\n\nTrail locations include Grosvenor Shopping Northampton\, Sol Northampton\, Northamptonshire Central Library\, Northampton Museum & Art Gallery\, Butterwicks\, Skipton Building Society and Northampton Market Square.\n\n\n\n\n\nFor more details visit https://vicinitytrails.com/c/northamptonbid.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/northampton-space-trail/2026-06-20/
LOCATION:Northampton Town Centre
CATEGORIES:Trail
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260620T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260620T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T154952Z
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SUMMARY:From the Collection: Drawings
DESCRIPTION:An exhibition of drawings from the Northampton Museums & Art Gallery collection. \nThis exhibition explores drawing as a fundamental artistic language\, presenting preparatory sketches and finished works that reveal how ideas take shape on paper. Through the delicate studies of Henry Moore\, the atmospheric sketches of Walter Sickert\, the imaginative designs of Sir Edward Burne Jones\, and the expressive drawings of Clare Abbatt\, amongst others\, visitors are invited to consider drawing not merely as a preliminary step but as an art form in its own right. The works on display highlight how artists across different periods and practices use line\, tone\, and observation to experiment\, problem solve\, and refine their vision. Together\, they celebrate drawing’s enduring role as a tool for exploration\, invention\, and creative thinking.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/from-the-collection-drawings/2026-06-20/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260620T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260620T170000
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CREATED:20260407T155710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T155710Z
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SUMMARY:Art and Comics Unwrapped: Exploring the Line Between Comics and Fine Art
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/art-and-comics-unwrapped-exploring-the-line-between-comics-and-fine-art/2026-06-20/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260620T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260620T170000
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CREATED:20260408T111952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T111952Z
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SUMMARY:Rose Finn Kelcey: House Rules
DESCRIPTION:Arts Collective launches its new gallery programme with an exhibition revisiting the pioneering work of British conceptual artist Rose Finn-Kelcey\, curated by Emer Grant. This marks the first presentation of the artist’s work in her hometown of Northampton. \nFeaturing photographic\, installation and video works loaned from national collections and archives\, the exhibition recontextualises Finn-Kelcey’s groundbreaking practice through architectural space and coded forms. It considers how formal systems and power structures shape experience through architecture\, language\, ritual and atmosphere. \nExhibited publicly for the first time since its original installation\, Bar Doors (1991) captures architectural thresholds\, foregrounding moments of passage between spaces. The photographic documentation of Finn-Kelcey’s site-specific installation—seven saloon-style doors installed in a Houston city park—invites viewers to reconsider familiar architectural features as markers of access and permission. \nThe exhibition also explores Finn-Kelcey’s fascination with spirituality and its connections to the commercial and domestic structures of contemporary life\, featuring works such as It Pays to Pray (1990)\, God Kennel – A Tabernacle (1992) and Jolly God (1997). Her iconic flag works are also presented\, including documentation of Power for the People (1972)\, in which a collective political declaration was placed directly onto the monumental architecture of Battersea Power Station while it remained operational. \nThroughout the exhibition\, architecture\, movement and attention shape how the works are encountered. Finn-Kelcey’s work offers a lens through which to experience 24 Guildhall Road as an active structure—shaped by play\, language and collective imagination. \n\n\n\n\nImage Credit: Rose Finn-Kelcey Bar Doors (Photograph of installation) 1991 \nWood\, Houston International Festival\, Buffalo Bayou Park\, Houston\, Texas. USA \n©The Estate of Rose Finn-Kelcey. Courtesy the Estate and Kate MacGarry
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/rose-finn-kelcey-house-rules/2026-06-20/
LOCATION:NN Contemporary\, Vulcan Works\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260620T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260620T203000
DTSTAMP:20260603T003309
CREATED:20260310T104218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T104218Z
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SUMMARY:Planetarium Go! Northampton
DESCRIPTION:Embark on immersive journeys through space\, from family–friendly adventures to awe–inspiring documentaries revealing the mysteries of our universe. Pick your favourite film and prepare for a breathtaking 360° experience under our dome.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/planetarium-go-northampton/2026-06-20/
LOCATION:Northampton Market Square
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260620T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260620T180000
DTSTAMP:20260603T003309
CREATED:20260528T105509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T105509Z
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SUMMARY:Magic The Gathering - Saturday Afternoon Commander - FREE
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Saturday afternoon for our MTG Commander session! With a great group of players with all power and skill levels\, it’s a great opportunity to play MTG’s top format!\nFor more information and to join our community join us on Discord https://discord.gg/gZDj3z2PKV
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/magic-the-gathering-saturday-afternoon-commander-free/2026-06-20/
LOCATION:Kingdom Gaming\, The Ridings\, Northampton\,\, NN1 2BA
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260620T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260620T153000
DTSTAMP:20260603T003309
CREATED:20260528T101132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T101132Z
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SUMMARY:Mini Makers at the Central Library
DESCRIPTION:Come and join us for our exciting Mini Makers children’s craft or art activity at Northamptonshire Central Library! \nChildren aged 11 and under and their carers are very welcome to join us for an afternoon of fun\, crafts and arts! \nThis is a drop-in session. There is a charge of £1 per child. New crafters are accepted up until 3 p.m.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/mini-makers-at-the-central-library/2026-06-20/
LOCATION:northamptonshire central library\, Abington Street\, Northampton\, United Kingdom\,\, NN1 2BA
CATEGORIES:Library
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260620T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260620T193000
DTSTAMP:20260603T003309
CREATED:20260526T154827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T154827Z
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SUMMARY:Eric & Ern
DESCRIPTION:The Production Garden in association with Cube Room Productions presents an evening of Eric & Ern with Ian Ashpitel and Jonty Stephens. From the Olivier nominated duo behind the hugely celebrated critically acclaimed West End hit Eric & Little Ern. \nThis is a show for all the family from 8 to 80! \nA brilliant homage crammed full of renditions of those famous comedy sketches\, that hits all the right notes! Coming to Royal & Derngate celebrating the centenary year of the nation’s favourite comedy legends Morecambe & Wise! \nFrom Greig’s Piano concerto to Mr Memory\, “Arsenal!” It’s a show full of Morecambe and Wise’s most loved routines\, songs and sketches. \nThis wonderful show evokes memories of times when whole families would huddle around the telly to watch those fantastic Christmas specials. \nYou’ll feel you’ve experienced the real thing and been taken back to a world of sunshine and laughter. \nAs seen on The One Show on BBC1 and The Alan Titchmarsh Show on ITV
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/eric-ern/2026-06-20/3/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260620T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260620T233000
DTSTAMP:20260603T003309
CREATED:20260521T125913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T125913Z
UID:136545-1781983800-1781998200@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Bernie Keith presents Handbag Heaven
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7 pm Main Feature: 7:30 pm – last dance at 11:30 pm\nLive on Stage \n“It’s a night of Old Skool disco! Where do people who used to tear up the dancefloors in the 60s/ 70s/ 80s or even 90s go to now if they want to dance? To a Handbag Heaven Club Night at The Old Savoy! A riot of memories\, camp fun and iconic tunes hosted by Radio Northampton’s Bernie Keith\, it’s a return to the dance floors we grew up with. 4 hours of non-stop dancing at The Deco – Handbag Heaven Club Nights will be the place to bring it all back!” \nGet your tickets now. Doors 7pm fun starts 7.30pm
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/bernie-keith-presents-handbag-heaven-4/
LOCATION:The Old Savoy – The home of The Deco Theatre\, Abington Square\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 4AE
CATEGORIES:The Deco,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260620T210000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260620T210000
DTSTAMP:20260603T003309
CREATED:20260226T091934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T091934Z
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SUMMARY:NEVER DAKOTA
DESCRIPTION:A full-throttle night of 2000s rock\, pop punk\, and emo anthems you know every word to.\n\n\nFrom Blink to Paramore\, Fall Out Boy to My Chem – they’ll be diving deep into the soundtrack of your youth.\n\n\n Sing it.\n Scream it.\n Live it.\n\n\nThis is more than nostalgia – this is a throwback you can feel.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/never-dakota-5/
LOCATION:The King Billy Music Bar\, 2 Commercial Street\, Northampton\, NN1 1PJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:MUSIC
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260621T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260621T090000
DTSTAMP:20260603T003309
CREATED:20260522T084330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T084330Z
UID:136624-1782032400-1782032400@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Wellness Collective Wellness Walks
DESCRIPTION:Free local wellness walk for women\, every Sunday at 9am from Grandbies Coffee shop \n\nJoin us and grab a coffee for a chill group walk to boost your mood\, meet new friends\, and soak up good vibes! Its free\, just turn up All women welcome.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/wellness-collective-wellness-walks-2/2026-06-21/
LOCATION:Grandbies\, 26 St Giles' St\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1JA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260621T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260621T170000
DTSTAMP:20260603T003309
CREATED:20260528T112019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T112720Z
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SUMMARY:Northampton Space Trail
DESCRIPTION:We’re challenging families to complete a trail of town centre businesses and track down eight space-themed installations to complement the Pop-Up Planetarium in the Market Square.\n\n\n\nLaunching this weekend\, the immersive 360-degree experience is expected to bring in thousands of children over the next month\, discovering more about our solar system and the universe beyond.\n\n\n\nSitting alongside the Planetarium GO UK experience will be a digital trail featuring eight space-themed installations housed in eight separate locations.\n\n\n\nThe activity will see participants encouraged to complete the trail by answering a question at each location on their phone\, with all those visiting all eight locations entered into a prize draw for the chance to win one of two £50 vouchers to spend in Northampton town centre.\n\n\n\nTrail locations include Grosvenor Shopping Northampton\, Sol Northampton\, Northamptonshire Central Library\, Northampton Museum & Art Gallery\, Butterwicks\, Skipton Building Society and Northampton Market Square.\n\n\n\n\n\nFor more details visit https://vicinitytrails.com/c/northamptonbid.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/northampton-space-trail/2026-06-21/
LOCATION:Northampton Town Centre
CATEGORIES:Trail
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260621T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260621T170000
DTSTAMP:20260603T003309
CREATED:20260407T154952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T154952Z
UID:135706-1782043200-1782061200@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:From the Collection: Drawings
DESCRIPTION:An exhibition of drawings from the Northampton Museums & Art Gallery collection. \nThis exhibition explores drawing as a fundamental artistic language\, presenting preparatory sketches and finished works that reveal how ideas take shape on paper. Through the delicate studies of Henry Moore\, the atmospheric sketches of Walter Sickert\, the imaginative designs of Sir Edward Burne Jones\, and the expressive drawings of Clare Abbatt\, amongst others\, visitors are invited to consider drawing not merely as a preliminary step but as an art form in its own right. The works on display highlight how artists across different periods and practices use line\, tone\, and observation to experiment\, problem solve\, and refine their vision. Together\, they celebrate drawing’s enduring role as a tool for exploration\, invention\, and creative thinking.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/from-the-collection-drawings/2026-06-21/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260621T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260621T170000
DTSTAMP:20260603T003309
CREATED:20260407T155710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T155710Z
UID:135912-1782043200-1782061200@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Art and Comics Unwrapped: Exploring the Line Between Comics and Fine Art
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/art-and-comics-unwrapped-exploring-the-line-between-comics-and-fine-art/2026-06-21/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Museum
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260621T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260621T170000
DTSTAMP:20260603T003309
CREATED:20260526T155212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T155212Z
UID:136770-1782061200-1782061200@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Theatretrain presents Best Day of My Life
DESCRIPTION:A cavalcade of hits from 1960 to 2019. \nThe 350 performers are split into two groups\, with half making up a big choir and the other half telling their story through dance and acting. In the interval\, they swap over so all the performers sing\, dance and act. \nEach decade has its own stories\, objects\, pictures\, films\, fashion and of course music. As the evening continues\, each decade fits into the next. It’s like seeing your life flash before you as you make connections with the past\, greet songs as old friends and relive memories. What was the best day of your life? \nTheatretrain specialises in creating large-scale productions with young people. \nFor over 30 years\, they have performed in theatres throughout the country and particularly the West End\, including: The London Palladium\, The Theatre Royal Drury Lane\, \nThe O2 Arena and 14 times at the Royal Albert Hall. In all\, they have given over 100 large-scale performances and introduced thousands of young people to the magic of live theatre.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/theatretrain-presents-best-day-of-my-life/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260622T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260622T100000
DTSTAMP:20260603T003309
CREATED:20260526T155343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T155343Z
UID:136773-1782122400-1782122400@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Producer Bootcamp by In Good Company
DESCRIPTION:In Good Company are inviting you to grow your skills and knowledge of producing with our brand-new Producer Bootcamp. \nRafia Hussain (Strategic Producer for In Good Company and Founder of Rafia Hussain Productions) will guide you through five days of intensive skills development\, teaching you as someone who is starting out as a producer\, or a self-producing artist. \nProducer Bootcamp will be a deep dive into the role of a producer\, and what skills & knowledge you will need to produce your own work and the work of others. Some of the topics we will introduce are: Project Management\, Budgets\, Fundraising\, Audience Development\, Marketing\, Tour Booking and Tour Management\, and more. \nYou can find out more about In Good Company and the work we do on their website. \nWhat can I expect? \nDuring this week you will have an intensive ran by leading theatre professionals. The bootcamp will explore a wide range of skills and industry knowledge. Each day is broken down into a morning and afternoon session\, with breaks throughout. \nWho is this for? \nThis course is aimed at early career producers\, or self-producing artists who wish to learn more about producing as a skill. This course is suited for those wanting to learn more about producing in the subsidised performing sector. \nPrevious attendees include early-career artists and producers\, recent graduates and theatre students\, and freelancers sponsored by organisations to develop their skills. \nFeedback from previous sessions: \n“[…] The information given was clear\, concise\, well planned and delivered\, yet I didn’t find it preachy or condescending the tone was perfect!” \n“I really enjoyed the course and it was extremely informative. Jen and Rafia were fantastic and very approachable.” \nYou will need to bring a laptop or device to work from for the intensive. \nPayment in installments is available on this Bootcamp. If you would prefer to pay in instalments please email getinvolved@royalandderngate.co.uk who can set it up for you.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/producer-bootcamp-by-in-good-company/2026-06-22/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260622T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260622T130000
DTSTAMP:20260603T003309
CREATED:20260526T145347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T145347Z
UID:136697-1782126000-1782133200@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:CURATION
DESCRIPTION:EXPLORING THE SOCIETY’S COLLECTIONS. The society has important collections including butterflies\, shells\, sands\, microscope slides\, rocks\, minerals and Northamptonshire fossils. This is a great opportunity to look at\, draw\, study or just appreciate their beauty. Also\, if you wish to assist us conserving or documenting you would be welcome.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/curation-25/
LOCATION:Northamptonshire Natural History Society\, The Humfrey Rooms\, 10 Castilian Terrace\, Northampton\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1LD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Natural History
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260623T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260623T100000
DTSTAMP:20260603T003309
CREATED:20260526T155343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T155343Z
UID:136775-1782208800-1782208800@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Producer Bootcamp by In Good Company
DESCRIPTION:In Good Company are inviting you to grow your skills and knowledge of producing with our brand-new Producer Bootcamp. \nRafia Hussain (Strategic Producer for In Good Company and Founder of Rafia Hussain Productions) will guide you through five days of intensive skills development\, teaching you as someone who is starting out as a producer\, or a self-producing artist. \nProducer Bootcamp will be a deep dive into the role of a producer\, and what skills & knowledge you will need to produce your own work and the work of others. Some of the topics we will introduce are: Project Management\, Budgets\, Fundraising\, Audience Development\, Marketing\, Tour Booking and Tour Management\, and more. \nYou can find out more about In Good Company and the work we do on their website. \nWhat can I expect? \nDuring this week you will have an intensive ran by leading theatre professionals. The bootcamp will explore a wide range of skills and industry knowledge. Each day is broken down into a morning and afternoon session\, with breaks throughout. \nWho is this for? \nThis course is aimed at early career producers\, or self-producing artists who wish to learn more about producing as a skill. This course is suited for those wanting to learn more about producing in the subsidised performing sector. \nPrevious attendees include early-career artists and producers\, recent graduates and theatre students\, and freelancers sponsored by organisations to develop their skills. \nFeedback from previous sessions: \n“[…] The information given was clear\, concise\, well planned and delivered\, yet I didn’t find it preachy or condescending the tone was perfect!” \n“I really enjoyed the course and it was extremely informative. Jen and Rafia were fantastic and very approachable.” \nYou will need to bring a laptop or device to work from for the intensive. \nPayment in installments is available on this Bootcamp. If you would prefer to pay in instalments please email getinvolved@royalandderngate.co.uk who can set it up for you.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/producer-bootcamp-by-in-good-company/2026-06-23/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260623T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260623T170000
DTSTAMP:20260603T003309
CREATED:20260407T154952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T154952Z
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SUMMARY:From the Collection: Drawings
DESCRIPTION:An exhibition of drawings from the Northampton Museums & Art Gallery collection. \nThis exhibition explores drawing as a fundamental artistic language\, presenting preparatory sketches and finished works that reveal how ideas take shape on paper. Through the delicate studies of Henry Moore\, the atmospheric sketches of Walter Sickert\, the imaginative designs of Sir Edward Burne Jones\, and the expressive drawings of Clare Abbatt\, amongst others\, visitors are invited to consider drawing not merely as a preliminary step but as an art form in its own right. The works on display highlight how artists across different periods and practices use line\, tone\, and observation to experiment\, problem solve\, and refine their vision. Together\, they celebrate drawing’s enduring role as a tool for exploration\, invention\, and creative thinking.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/from-the-collection-drawings/2026-06-23/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260623T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260623T170000
DTSTAMP:20260603T003309
CREATED:20260408T111952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T111952Z
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SUMMARY:Rose Finn Kelcey: House Rules
DESCRIPTION:Arts Collective launches its new gallery programme with an exhibition revisiting the pioneering work of British conceptual artist Rose Finn-Kelcey\, curated by Emer Grant. This marks the first presentation of the artist’s work in her hometown of Northampton. \nFeaturing photographic\, installation and video works loaned from national collections and archives\, the exhibition recontextualises Finn-Kelcey’s groundbreaking practice through architectural space and coded forms. It considers how formal systems and power structures shape experience through architecture\, language\, ritual and atmosphere. \nExhibited publicly for the first time since its original installation\, Bar Doors (1991) captures architectural thresholds\, foregrounding moments of passage between spaces. The photographic documentation of Finn-Kelcey’s site-specific installation—seven saloon-style doors installed in a Houston city park—invites viewers to reconsider familiar architectural features as markers of access and permission. \nThe exhibition also explores Finn-Kelcey’s fascination with spirituality and its connections to the commercial and domestic structures of contemporary life\, featuring works such as It Pays to Pray (1990)\, God Kennel – A Tabernacle (1992) and Jolly God (1997). Her iconic flag works are also presented\, including documentation of Power for the People (1972)\, in which a collective political declaration was placed directly onto the monumental architecture of Battersea Power Station while it remained operational. \nThroughout the exhibition\, architecture\, movement and attention shape how the works are encountered. Finn-Kelcey’s work offers a lens through which to experience 24 Guildhall Road as an active structure—shaped by play\, language and collective imagination. \n\n\n\n\nImage Credit: Rose Finn-Kelcey Bar Doors (Photograph of installation) 1991 \nWood\, Houston International Festival\, Buffalo Bayou Park\, Houston\, Texas. USA \n©The Estate of Rose Finn-Kelcey. Courtesy the Estate and Kate MacGarry
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/rose-finn-kelcey-house-rules/2026-06-23/
LOCATION:NN Contemporary\, Vulcan Works\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260623T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260623T193000
DTSTAMP:20260603T003309
CREATED:20260526T155449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T155449Z
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SUMMARY:Jukebox Idols
DESCRIPTION:The UK’s leading platinum-selling vocal harmony group The Overtones and Strictly Come Dancing’s world–champion professional dancer Nadiya Bychkova have announced they will star together in a brand new show for 2026 called Jukebox Idols. \nBrought to you by the producers of the West End smash hit Rip It Up 60s\, Jukebox Idols is a non-stop whirlwind of the greatest hits from the ‘50s and ‘60s’ biggest music icons that celebrates the era-defining music that poured from jukeboxes around the globe to create the unforgettable soundtrack of a generation. \nJoining The Overtones and Nadiya will be a stellar supporting cast of dancers as they swing\, bop\, jive and rock ‘n’ roll their way throughout the ultimate jukebox show\, bringing to life the show-stopping hits from legends such as Nat King Cole\, Elvis Presley\, Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons\, The Beatles\, The Beach Boys\, Motown and many more – a song and dance spectacle for music lovers everywhere.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/jukebox-idols/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260623T194500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260623T194500
DTSTAMP:20260603T003309
CREATED:20260526T155545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T155545Z
UID:136783-1782243900-1782243900@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:An Evening With Ben Cohen
DESCRIPTION:Member priority booking period begins at 10am on Thu 23 April\n\nIf you are a member\, please make sure you are logged into your account before clicking the Times & Book button to select your seats. To learn more about becoming a member\, please click here or speak to our Box Office in person or at 01604 624811. \nThis show will be on general sale from Fri 24 April at 10am \n\nBen Cohen MBE – Rugby World Cup Winner\, Entrepreneur\, Advocate\, Ally  and Mental Health Champion \nRugby World Cup Winner Ben Cohen MBE is a truly unique and inspiring personality: a prolific try scorer on the pitch\, an in-demand corporate speaker\, a pioneering anti-bullying campaigner\, a celebrated LGBTQIA+ ally\, and someone who transformed personal challenges—including hearing loss and persistent tinnitus—into strengths that have shaped his life and work. \nI came to prominence with Northampton Saints\, helping the club lift the Heineken Cup in 2000. A powerful\, quick\, and instinctive wing\, I earned my international debut for England against Ireland in the 2000 Six Nations\, going on to win 57 caps\, score 31 international tries\, and tour with the legendary British & Irish Lions in 2001. I also proudly represented top clubs including Northampton Saints\, Brive\, and Sale Sharks\, earning accolades such as Sale’s Player of the Season\, before retiring at 32. \nBeyond the pitch\, my personal journey has shaped missions far greater than sporting success. For nearly 20 years\, I have been a passionate ally\, working within Diversity\, Inclusion\, and LGBTQIA+ communities\, advocating for authenticity\, equality\, and safe spaces in schools\, workplaces\, and society at large. My love of testing myself has led me to extreme and immersive experiences—whether working as a trawler-man in the North Atlantic sea\, competing on The Jump\, enduring the rigours of SAS: Who Dares Wins\, or working with some of my former teammates on Grand Slammers\, teaching prisoners how to play rugby and inspiring life change through sport. I have also written and developed television content\, including Unbreakable on TNT/Discovery+\, which explores the challenges athletes face after professional sport and the realities of life beyond the game. \nI am also a dedicated mental health advocate\, with a particular focus on men’s mental health and human behaviour. My own journey of understanding mental wellbeing has been deeply personal and enlightening\, informing both my public speaking and the support I provide to others. \nThe tragic loss of my father to violence\, alongside stories of bullying I encountered in schools and workplaces\, inspired me to found the StandUp Foundation\, the world’s first anti-bullying charity. This work evolved into global partnerships with Nike and the #BeTrue brand\, creating a platform that raises awareness and funds for equality in sport. We achieved this not only by building a strong\, values-driven brand but also by forming a coalition of organisations across the D&I space\, tackling stereotypes\, bridging gaps\, and using sport—especially outside political arenas—as a driver of cultural change\, understanding\, and acceptance. \nTransitioning from professional sport\, I immersed myself in business and innovation\, founding Soo Yoga and 03 Champions—a platform that reunited the 2003 Rugby World Cup-winning team to create brands and partnerships supporting athletes as they leave professional sport. Through mental health support\, therapy\, education\, and career pathways\, I help sportspeople navigate life beyond competition\, leaving a legacy far greater than sporting achievement. \nAn inductee of the National Gay and Lesbian Sports Hall of Fame\, I continue to champion resilience\, inclusion\, and mental wellbeing. Whether on the field\, in business\, or through life’s toughest challenges\, I believe true strength lies not just in victory\, but in lifting others along the way.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/an-evening-with-ben-cohen/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260624T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260624T100000
DTSTAMP:20260603T003309
CREATED:20260526T155343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T155343Z
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SUMMARY:Producer Bootcamp by In Good Company
DESCRIPTION:In Good Company are inviting you to grow your skills and knowledge of producing with our brand-new Producer Bootcamp. \nRafia Hussain (Strategic Producer for In Good Company and Founder of Rafia Hussain Productions) will guide you through five days of intensive skills development\, teaching you as someone who is starting out as a producer\, or a self-producing artist. \nProducer Bootcamp will be a deep dive into the role of a producer\, and what skills & knowledge you will need to produce your own work and the work of others. Some of the topics we will introduce are: Project Management\, Budgets\, Fundraising\, Audience Development\, Marketing\, Tour Booking and Tour Management\, and more. \nYou can find out more about In Good Company and the work we do on their website. \nWhat can I expect? \nDuring this week you will have an intensive ran by leading theatre professionals. The bootcamp will explore a wide range of skills and industry knowledge. Each day is broken down into a morning and afternoon session\, with breaks throughout. \nWho is this for? \nThis course is aimed at early career producers\, or self-producing artists who wish to learn more about producing as a skill. This course is suited for those wanting to learn more about producing in the subsidised performing sector. \nPrevious attendees include early-career artists and producers\, recent graduates and theatre students\, and freelancers sponsored by organisations to develop their skills. \nFeedback from previous sessions: \n“[…] The information given was clear\, concise\, well planned and delivered\, yet I didn’t find it preachy or condescending the tone was perfect!” \n“I really enjoyed the course and it was extremely informative. Jen and Rafia were fantastic and very approachable.” \nYou will need to bring a laptop or device to work from for the intensive. \nPayment in installments is available on this Bootcamp. If you would prefer to pay in instalments please email getinvolved@royalandderngate.co.uk who can set it up for you.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/producer-bootcamp-by-in-good-company/2026-06-24/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260624T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260624T170000
DTSTAMP:20260603T003309
CREATED:20260407T154952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T154952Z
UID:135708-1782295200-1782320400@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:From the Collection: Drawings
DESCRIPTION:An exhibition of drawings from the Northampton Museums & Art Gallery collection. \nThis exhibition explores drawing as a fundamental artistic language\, presenting preparatory sketches and finished works that reveal how ideas take shape on paper. Through the delicate studies of Henry Moore\, the atmospheric sketches of Walter Sickert\, the imaginative designs of Sir Edward Burne Jones\, and the expressive drawings of Clare Abbatt\, amongst others\, visitors are invited to consider drawing not merely as a preliminary step but as an art form in its own right. The works on display highlight how artists across different periods and practices use line\, tone\, and observation to experiment\, problem solve\, and refine their vision. Together\, they celebrate drawing’s enduring role as a tool for exploration\, invention\, and creative thinking.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/from-the-collection-drawings/2026-06-24/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Museum
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