Northampton Museum and Art Gallery
Our town centre museum is undergoing major redevelopment, creating exciting new galleries and public spaces, and is due to open 2021.
Opening times
Northampton Museum and Art Gallery is currently closed for redevelopment and is due to open early 2021. We will be open for visits on the following days:
Tuesday-Saturday, 10am-5pm.
Sunday 12-5pm.
Also open spring and summer bank holidays 10am-5pm
Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day
Entry
Northampton Museum and Art Gallery is free to enter. Donations are welcome. There may be charges for some activities during event days.
What there is to see and do
The newly expanded museum will be the key cultural venue in Northampton providing engaging experiences for local people and visitors of all ages. The galleries showcase our collections including history, shoes and art. Our new shoe galleries feature our Arts Council England Designated collection. Temporary changing exhibitions will ensure that there is always something new to see. Facilities include a new cafe, shop and selling gallery.
Northampton Museum and Art Gallery plan
Northampton Museum and Art Gallery galleries
Experience a virtual architects tour of the building
The museum is based in the Cultural Quarter with other venues and facilities to explore.
We run events and activities for all ages including theatre, talks, walks, workshops and activities.
More information
If you have a question or require more information about visiting us, contact us using the details below.
Northampton Museum and Art Gallery4-6 Guildhall Road
Northampton
NN1 1DP
Telephone: 01604 838111
Access
We want to be open and accessible to all visitors to ensure everyone can enjoy our buildings, collections, exhibitions and events. We hope that the following access information will help you to plan and make the most of your visit to Northampton Museum and Art Gallery.
Family visits
We welcome families of all ages. We offer activities for all ages and our exhibitions and events can help support school learning.
Refreshments
We will open with a new cafe offering a wide menu to suit all the family.
Group visits
We welcome group visits to our sites. Groups will be able to book talks and tours as part of a visit to Northampton Museums and Art Gallery or Abington Park Museum.
Guided visits for adult groups
Self-guided visits for adult groups
Visiting with a group of young people
Covid-19
We have introduced social distancing, a one-way route and other measures to keep your visit safe and enjoyable. The number of visitors allowed in the museum has been reduced so you can maintain social distancing during your visit.