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Derby Museum and Art Gallery, The Strand, Derby
Museum of Making at Derby Silk
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Derby Museums is an independent trust and organisation run for, and on behalf of, the people of Derby. We provide a museums and arts service, accessible to everyone, and are responsible for the curation of all the artefacts and works of art entrusted to us, and the buildings in which these are held. Our aim as a new organisation is to bring as many of these objects into the public domain as is practically possible and exhibit them in ways that delight and inspire.

Discover how people, sheep and land are interwoven in a fascinating talk with artist and researcher Laura Harrington...L...
02/06/2026

Discover how people, sheep and land are interwoven in a fascinating talk with artist and researcher Laura Harrington...

Laura makes work that considers the complex relations between humans and landscapes, often through fieldwork, cross-disciplinary research and collaborative working.

In her enlightening talk, you will explore Laura’s work for Creatively Connected –Wearing the Uplands – where Wool acts as a tool for shared and unfolding conversations around farming, ecology and change in upland landscapes.

Explore Laura’s journey into creating a knitted Sphagnum Bog Jumper—not as a fixed outcome, but as the journey of an upland fleece becoming a garment through a co-creative process.

🐑The jumper is an anchor for conversation and imagination, reflecting how people, sheep, land, and ecological rhythms are interwoven.

Wearing the Uplands: The journey of Bog Jumper – Artist Talk:
📅14 June
🕛1:30 to 3.30pm, tickets £10

Book your tickets here: https://derbymuseums.org/event/wearing-the-uplands-the-journey-of-bog-jumper-artist-talk/

This talk is part of the Field to Fashion project, find out more about other upcoming workshops and talks here: https://bit.ly/DM_FieldtoFashion

The Field to Fashion project was funded by Art Fund and Rolls-Royce, as part of our STEAM Learning programme and the exhibition was developed with support from John Smedley and British Wool.

☀️🍦 Sun’s out and so is the ice cream! We’re now serving luxury artisan ice cream from Bluebells of Spondon at the Museu...
30/05/2026

☀️🍦 Sun’s out and so is the ice cream! We’re now serving luxury artisan ice cream from Bluebells of Spondon at the Museum & Art Gallery and Museum of Making.

Choose from:
✨ Double Cream Vanilla
🍓 Strawberries & Cream
🍫 Devilishly Chocolate
🌿 Mint Choc Chip
🥭 Mango Sorbet
🍯 Caramel Honeycomb (plant based)

The only question is… which flavour are you choosing first? 😋

🌸 Our Learning Programme team visited the beautiful well dressings at St Alkmund’s Well, celebrating Derby’s artist, Jos...
29/05/2026

🌸 Our Learning Programme team visited the beautiful well dressings at St Alkmund’s Well, celebrating Derby’s artist, Joseph Wright.

If you’re visiting the Museum of Making, we recommend taking the short walk to see them.

One depicts 27/28 Queen Street, home of Joseph Wright, alongside the famous Orrery, while another reimagines the bird from An Experiment on a Bird in the Air Pump flying away in hope of light.

With a theme of seeking the light through the darkness, the well dressings feel a wonderful reflection of Wright’s work and legacy.

A huge thank you to everyone involved for such creativity in marking our Year of Wright celebrations.

👉 Find out more about the Well Dressing: https://visitpeakdistrict.com/events/derby-st-alkmunds-well-dressing
👉 Find out more about Year of Wright: bit.ly/DM_YearOfWright

🛠️🎨Workshops at the Museum of Making this June:What will you MAKE:✨Intro to Dovetails - make a mobile phone stand: 10 Ju...
28/05/2026

🛠️🎨Workshops at the Museum of Making this June:

What will you MAKE:

✨Intro to Dovetails - make a mobile phone stand: 10 June, 10am-4pm.

✨Eco Footstool Workshop - learn the amazing craft of upholstery: 13 June, 9:30am-4pm.

✨Introduction to 3D Printing - Explore the exciting world of 3D printing across three engaging sessions starting in June: 26 June, 3 July and 10 July, 10 - 1pm.

✨Cookie Cutters: An Intro to Tin Smithing - 27 June, 10am-4pm.

Find out more and book your place here: https://bit.ly/DMWorkshops2026

Don't forget you can cool down during this heatwave in our lovely outdoor seating area at the Museum of Making!Right nex...
28/05/2026

Don't forget you can cool down during this heatwave in our lovely outdoor seating area at the Museum of Making!

Right next to river, a perfect place to indulge in a Duffield Dairy ice cream or a yummy River Kitchen salad...🍦🥗

Over the past year we have really enjoyed sharing your enthusiasm for learning textile skills to make, repair, adapt and...
27/05/2026

Over the past year we have really enjoyed sharing your enthusiasm for learning textile skills to make, repair, adapt and change your clothing!

We want to carry on the journey with you, so alongside the Field to Fashion exhibition, we are launching talks and workshops that invite you to be curious, creative, imaginative and hopeful...

Our series of workshops and talks are inspired by Amy Twigger Holroyd’s Fashion Fictions, they will give you the opportunity to imagine an alternative version of the present-day fashion systems and inspire sustainable actions and practices.

Through our workshops, you can learn the skills and passion for change with your clothes, in the real world.

Find out more about upcoming workshops and talks here: https://ow.ly/XUWF50Z492C

The Field to Fashion project was funded by Art Fund and Rolls-Royce, as part of our STEAM Learning programme and the exhibition was developed with support from John Smedley and British Wool.

If working from home is a bit too warm, take advantage of our inspiring coworking space at the Museum of Making during t...
27/05/2026

If working from home is a bit too warm, take advantage of our inspiring coworking space at the Museum of Making during the heatwave – fully air-conditioned and only £9 a day!

Open 10am – 5pm Monday to Saturday (and 10am – 4pm on Sunday).

It’s the cheapest coworking space in the city, and the most inspiring!

Find out more: https://derbymuseums.org/museum-of-making/venue-hire/the-prospect/

Image (c) Chris Seddon Photography

📣Vacancy closing soon: Individual Giving OfficerAre you passionate about museums and their rich cultural heritage, enthu...
26/05/2026

📣Vacancy closing soon: Individual Giving Officer

Are you passionate about museums and their rich cultural heritage, enthusiastic about fundraising and supporter communications, and want to make a difference?

Are you friendly, enthusiastic, dynamic, a good storyteller and a great team player who can communicate confidently and effectively to a wide range of internal and external stakeholders?

If the answer is yes, you may be exactly who we are looking for!

Applications: The closing date for receipt of applications is Wednesday 3 June 2026 and interviews will be held on Wednesday 17 June.

Find out more about our current opportunities and apply here: https://bit.ly/DerbyMuseumsJobs

Image (c): Chris Seddon Photography

Shade from the sun and have lots of FREE half-term fun at Derby Museums...🏠TODAY: Learn how to rag rug at Pickfords’ Hou...
26/05/2026

Shade from the sun and have lots of FREE half-term fun at Derby Museums...

🏠TODAY: Learn how to rag rug at Pickfords’ House: 10.30am – 12.30pm & 1.30 – 3.30pm, FREE drop-in session.

🪨 TOMMOROW: Workshop, These Are My Rocks – A story about Collecting – part of Derby Book Festival at the Museum of Making -10.30am – 12.30pm & 1.30– 3.30pm, FREE drop-in session.

✏️THURSDAY: Make Celtic Knots and Anglo-Saxon designs at the Museum and Art Gallery, 10.30am – 12.30pm & 1.30 – 3.30pm, FREE drop-in session.

🖼️PLUS - we have exhibitions and the NEW 'Unearthed' gallery at the Museum and Art Gallery for you to explore ✏️

Find out more here: https://bit.ly/DM_Mayhalf-term26

🚌 This Saturday (23 May), the final stop of the Makory Tour arrives at Hardwick Hall!Join us from 10am for a free drop-i...
22/05/2026

🚌 This Saturday (23 May), the final stop of the Makory Tour arrives at Hardwick Hall!

Join us from 10am for a free drop-in clay workshop with artist, creating handmade nightlights inspired by Derbyshire’s rich heritage of ceramics, textiles and candlelit innovation.

Based in the Peak District, Verity is a skilled potter and therapeutic practitioner whose hand-built work is inspired by everyday life, nature, local heritage and forgotten stories from the past.

Check out her work at Birchover Clay Creations.

👉 Find out more: https://www.derbyshiremakes.co.uk/whats-on/the-makory-tour-hardwick-hall

The Makory Tour is part of Derbyshire Makes and supported by Derbyshire Makes History, Derbyshire County Council Arts Council England and National Heritage Lottery fund programme

📸 Richard Tymon

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The Strand
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Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
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