2025
Saturday 7th June 2025 - Monday 30th June 2025

The World of Martin Brown: Horrible Histories and Other Dazzling Drawings

North Hertfordshire Museum, Brand Street, Hitchin, SG5 IJE
Tuesdays – Saturdays: 10.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. Sundays: 11.00 a.m. to 3.00 p.m.- Closed Mondays and Bank Holidays

The museum will proudly host this major touring exhibition by Seven Stories, The National Centre for Children’s Books. The exhibition showcases original cartoons, artwork and exclusive behind-the-scenes insights from acclaimed illustrator Martin Brown.

Visitors will enjoy original illustrations from the beloved Horrible Histories series, explore Martin’s early cartoon work, and discover his recent children’s books like Lesser Spotted Animals and Nell and the Cave Bear.

This family-friendly free exhibition will include interactive drawing stations, immersive environments inspired by Martin’s illustrations and informative displays suitable for all ages.