


Harborough Museum remains open during renovation work
The Symington Building will remain open to the public as normal while a programme of renovation works is carried out, starting on Monday 9 June.
The renovation work includes improvements to the Grade II listed building’s external masonry, roof and the windows to the front of the building and the tower. It is expected to last up to 39 weeks until March 2026.
Read more about the improvements to the former Victorian corset factory and iconic community asset.
Spooky Samhain
Wednesday 23rd October, 10:30am to 3pm
£2.50 per person
Summary
Join us for an Iron Age festival! Meet an Iron Age warrior, learn about everyday life and fantastic feasting. Create your own Halloween bookmark and bunting.
More events at the Harborough Museum

1645: Civil War Comes to Harborough
- Tuesday 20th May to Saturday 9th August, All day
An exhibition charting the effects of the Battle of Naseby on the local area in 1645.
Read more about '1645: Civil War Comes to Harborough'
Wonders of Nature
- Saturday 14th June to Saturday 11th October, All day
Discover the wonder of nature this summer at Market Harborough Library and Harborough Museum!
Read more about 'Wonders of Nature'
Lego Create and Play
- From: Wednesday 2nd July, 3pm to 5pm
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Bring out your creative side with Lego in the museum and library!
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Wriggly Readers
- From: Thursday 3rd July, 10:30am to 11am
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Fun, informal sessions for babies and children aged 0-4 years and their parents/carers.
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Wonders of Nature with Jessi – Giant Garden: Painting & Stencilling Workshop
- Friday 18th July, 10:30am to 12pm
Discover the wonders of nature with a wild and wonderful workshop with artist Jessi!
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Wonders of Nature with Jessi – Giant Garden: Painting & Stencilling Workshop
- Friday 18th July, 1:30pm to 3pm
Discover the wonders of nature with a wild and wonderful workshop with artist Jessi!
Read more about 'Wonders of Nature with Jessi – Giant Garden: Painting & Stencilling Workshop'