Museums & Galleries · Northamptonshire
Museum of Leathercraft
📍 NN1 2BY
Photo: Kat's Transport Photography (CC BY 2.0), via Wikimedia Commons
- Objects from across the world made from leather
- Around 10,000 objects spanning pre-history to present
- Collection begins in 40,000BCE in Neolithic Britain
- Covers ancient Egypt, Rome, Middle Ages, Civil War era
- Items shown in temporary exhibitions, not a dedicated gallery
The Leathercraft Collection at Northampton Museums and Art Gallery brings together around 10,000 objects made from leather, celebrating inspirational design from across the world. The collection spans an extraordinary timeframe, beginning in 40,000BCE in Neolithic Britain and ancient Egypt and Rome, and continuing through the Middle Ages, the Civil War era, the Georgians and into the modern day. There's no single dedicated Leathercraft Gallery, so pieces appear within temporary exhibitions in Art Gallery 1 and 2, and at Abington Park Museum. It suits visitors curious about craft history and design across the ages. The museum sits in Northampton, close to Northampton station, just 0.5 miles away, with 24 places to stay within 5 miles for those wanting to extend their visit.
Practical details
- Best for
- Those interested in leather-crafting history and design
- Accessibility
- No dedicated gallery; objects appear in Art Gallery 1 and 2 and at Abington Park Museum
From the attraction's own website on 13 Oct 2026 — check before you travel.
Facilities
- ✓ Guided Tours
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