artefact collection

ABOVE Northampton Museum & Art Gallery’s new shoe displays feature footwear both ancient and modern as well as a boot made for an elephant and (immediately to the right) the giant Doc Martens ‘worn’ by Elton John in Tommy.

Northampton Museum & Art Gallery

Following a £6.7 million transformation, Northampton Museum & Art Gallery has reopened to the public, with new galleries showcasing the town’s history – particularly its proud shoemaking heritage. Carly Hilts visited to find out more.