Museum events and exhibitions

Exhibitions

A day in the life - 27 April – 23 June

Come to the Northampton Museum and have a look at the exhibition. Photographer Steve Lancefield spent a day at the Alfred Sargent Shoe Factory in Rushden where he documented the making of traditional handmade shoes. The Alfred Sargent factory has been making shoes in Northampton since 1899. Lancefield's photos give an insight into the level of detail and finesse that goes into making every shoe. His pictures demonstrate that there is still a small but thriving legacy of quality British craftsmanship.

Art in the Park - 27 April - 9 June - Abington Park Museum

A showcase of local Northamptonshire artists.

Abington and the last Shakespeare' - 18 May - 31 October

The history of Abington Park Museum including its connection with the Shakespeare family 

Made in the Middle - 25 May - 6 July

Showcasing the best in contemporary crafts from across the midlands 

Mod 13 July - 29 September

A major new exhibition exploring all things “Mod” – the history, the music, the style. One of the most enduring sub-cultures of the 20th century and one which continues to influence fashion worldwide.

More information will be included in the next edition of “What’s On” including details of an exciting programme of related gigs and events! Free entry.

Fateful Fable of 13 - 7 July - 1 September

An exhibition full of imaginative cartoon like sculptures and colourful illustrations 

Nasty Northampton - 13 July - 8 September

An exhibition looking at Northampton's nasty, gruesome, disgusting yet hilarious past. 

The Pre Raphalites and the Middlemores -  14 September - 3 November

Exploring the Pre Raphaelite works donated by the Middlemore family.

Character, landscape and emotion - 14 September - 3 November

A Pre Raphaelites exhibition examining how a group of painters inspired generations of painters.