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John Burden: Modern Art in Kettering’s Collection

John Burden: Modern Art in Kettering’s Collection

On the 110th anniversary of his birth, we look back at the achievements of a pioneering librarian who revolutionised the collection at Alfred East Gallery.
Gallery Collection: New Additions

Gallery Collection: New Additions

Two paintings were donated to Alfred East Gallery recently, joining almost 1,000 other artworks in the historic art collection.
Roof Replacement Update: Work Set to Begin

Roof Replacement Update: Work Set to Begin

Work to replace the Grade II listed roof on Kettering Library and Alfred East Gallery will start in early April .
Roof Replacement Project: Contractor Appointed

Roof Replacement Project: Contractor Appointed

A contractor has been appointed to complete the roof replacement works on the Grade 2 listed roof of Cornerstone.
Kettering’s Archaeological Collection: Now in State-of-the-Art Storage

Kettering’s Archaeological Collection: Now in State-of-the-Art Storage

Artefacts from Manor House Museum have been relocated to storage facilities within Northamptonshire, ensuring their accessibility and preservation for future generations.
Library Roof Project: Next Phase Begins

Library Roof Project: Next Phase Begins

Planning permission and listed building consent have been granted to replace the Grade 2 listed library and art gallery roof on Cornerstone in Kettering.
Walter Bonner Gash: Blue Plaque Unveiled

Walter Bonner Gash: Blue Plaque Unveiled

As the former home of one of Kettering’s greatest artists receives a blue heritage plaque, we examine Walter Bonner Gash’s place in the town’s history and his impact on the local art scene.
Kyoto Scene

Pop-Up Exhibition: Alfred East in Japan

A new pop-up exhibition has opened, exploring Sir Alfred East’s journey to Japan and how this remarkable time influenced the Kettering artist’s work.
New Cornerstone Website Launched

New Cornerstone Website Launched

A new website has been launched showcasing the current offering at Cornerstone, whilst providing updates for residents on a project to replace the Grade 2 library roof.
Progress made on Kettering Library roof project

Progress made on Kettering Library roof project

Work continues on a project to replace the 120-year-old roof on the heritage Grade 2 listed Kettering library building, with planning and listed building consent applications being submitted for the works.
Vegetation causing damage to Kettering Library to be removed

Vegetation causing damage to Kettering Library to be removed

As part of the wider project to replace Kettering Library’s Grade 2 listed roof, works will start in March to remove vegetation that has been identified as causing damage to the building.