Join us for a fascinating afternoon as we explore the hidden meanings within the museum's world-renowned footwear collection.

Thursday 24 September 2026

1 – 3pm

Northampton Museum & Art Gallery

£30

Join us for a fascinating afternoon as Rebecca Shawcross, Curator, delves into the powerful and often surprising meanings hidden within the museum’s world renowned footwear collection.

In Footwear Stories, Rebecca invites you to explore how shoes have served as far more than practical objects for thousands of years. Each pair can reveal our occupations, origins, identities and the communities we belong to—often before we say a single word. From signals of status and wealth to expressions of cultural heritage, sexuality and personal style, shoes hold extraordinary stories about who we are and how we choose to be seen.

After the talk, continue the experience with a relaxing afternoon tea in the museum café, included in the ticket price.

Event Includes

• Curator talk in the Central Hall

• Exclusive insights into the museum’s shoe collection

• Afternoon tea in the Museum Café

• Q&A opportunity with Rebecca Shawcross

Booking essential. Treat yourself—or bring a friend—for an afternoon of culture, conversation and cake.

Dietary requirements: we’ll do our best to accommodate these, please contact us at museums@westnorthants.gov.uk for more information.

Tickets are also available to purchase direct from the museum either in person or by calling 01604 526322, Tuesday to Saturday 10am - 5pm and Sundays 12-5pm

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