Mini Museum Explorers: Friday Morning Fun for Little Ones at Northampton Museum

Whether you’re looking for something to anchor your Friday mornings or you just want to get out of the house and do something a bit more interesting than soft play, then Mini Museum Explorers sessions at Northampton Museum and Art Gallery could be just the ticket.

Every Friday morning, these 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.

Each 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.

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And 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!

Session themes:

• 25 September – Back in Time: The 1980’s
• 2 October – Space: The Final Frontier (National Space Week)
• 9 October – Autumn Hibernation
• 16 October – Food Glorious Food! (Harvest)
• 23 October – Halloween

These 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!

• Cost: £6 per child per session (includes refreshments)
• Time: 10.15 – 11.45am
• Location: Northampton Museum and Art Gallery, 5-6 Guildhall Road, Northampton, NN1 1DP
• Phone: 01604 526322

With a different theme each week, there’s plenty to look forward to right through to the summer. Soldiers and Warriors, the Smartest Giant in Town, Sailing the Seas — the variety is brilliant, and at £5 a session with a snack included, it’s genuinely great value for a morning out.

Spaces are limited so I’d get in and book sooner rather than later. And if you want to stay on top of everything else happening for families across Northamptonshire, make sure you’re signed up to my weekly what’s on newsletter — it’s the easiest way to make sure you never miss a thing.

The events listed in this guide are run by third-party organisers, and all details were correct at the time of publication, based on information from their official websites. However, changes or cancellations can happen at short notice. To avoid any disappointment, we recommend double-checking the event information on the official websites before making plans.