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Cabaret Mechanical Theatre
CMT are delighted to bring 30 automata from their collection to the Museum of Making this winter. This interactive educational experience is perfect for children, families, school groups and adults.
The Lampedusa Cross UK tour
Made from the remnants of a boat carrying refugees wrecked near the Italian island of Lampedusa, close to the coast of Tunisia, the cross carries poignant messages about kindness, community and the indifference faced by many refugees.
Peace Doves in the Community
Take part in this mass participation large-scale art installation by decorating paper doves that will form part of it. The art installation will be in Derby Cathedral from 23rd April to 12th June 2022.
New Lanark 2022 A Living Legacy
New Lanark 3-day Conference to celebrate 3 important milestones and including presentations about the Derwent Valley Mills, and includes options for attending in person or virtually
The Circus and the Fair
An exploration of the links between the circus and the fair and may even touch on music hall as well.
STEAM Babies
In this facilitator led session babies aged 0-3 and their adults can explore a range of themes through the lens of our fabulous collections.
First Fridays Feminising the Masculine
Presented as part of International Women’s Day, artist and poet Margaret Gosley presents ‘Feminising the Masculine – how to stitch a jet engine’ an exhibition, workshop, talk and performance reimagining the Rolls Royce Trent 1000 engine.
Discover the Royal Lancers
Join our curator and volunteers in the Soldiers’ Story Gallery to discover more about the Lancers and their connections with the region
Steampunk Cabaret at the Museum of Making
Featuring The Captain of the Lost Waves, with support from Lady Violet Hugh and Greg Chapman!
Antiques Fair
Cromford Mills Antiques Fair is the ideal chance to browse quality antiques, relics and vintage collectables.
Cranky Contraptions Workshop
Make your own spring themed automaton* inspired by the special exhibition Cabaret Mechanical Theatre .
The Life and Work of Marion Adnams
To celebrate International Women’s Day 2022, join our Senior Curator of Art, Lucy Bamford, to discover the story of the little-known 20th Century Derby artist, Marion Adnams. SOLD OUT
Collections Revealed Shot Exploder
his time Curator of Making, Eilish Clohessy-Dennis, will be sharing one of her favourite objects – a mine shot.
Steam Babies
In this facilitator led session babies aged 0-3 and their adults can explore a range of themes through the lens of our fabulous collections.
STEAM Tots
This loose parts play session offers a sensory and playful exploration of objects and materials, stimulating children’s curiosity, imagination and experimentation.
Steam Babies
In this facilitator led session babies aged 0-3 and their adults can explore a range of themes through the lens of our fabulous collections.
Derby West Indian Community Association Culture and Legacy
The exhibition dives into the heritage of Derby West Indian Community Association, including Windrush generation memories and the experiences of younger members growing up in Derby.
National Lottery Open Week exclusive tours of the Museum of Making
Join members of Derby Museums’ Visitor Experience team for an informal introductory tour of Derby Silk Mill, discovering how this fascinating building came to be, from its tumultuous history up to its present day incarnation as the Museum of Making
Introduction to Weaving
In this creative workshop, professional artist Seiko Kinoshita will guide you through the process of creating your own woven textile art, from building a simple frame, to choosing your own design and materials, to weaving your finished piece.
Artisan Market
A marvellous Artisan Market showcasing local makers, artisans and producers at Cromford Mills.
Steam Babies
In this facilitator led session babies aged 0-3 and their adults can explore a range of themes through the lens of our fabulous collections.
Tots Make and Do
RESCHEDULED This time we will be joining in with British Science Week (11-20 March) and finding out all out measuring looking and some of the largest and smallest objects in the Museum.
Creature Cribs Woodworking Taster Course
Welcome in spring by creating your very own ‘creature crib’, for your garden visitors on this woodworking taster day course, perfect for beginners.
STEAM Tots
This loose parts play session offers a sensory and playful exploration of objects and materials, stimulating children’s curiosity, imagination and experimentation.
Historic Derby Guided Tour
Come on a guided tour and find out about the history of Derby: a Cathedral city in the centre of England, lying on the River Derwent, rich in history, culture and diversity.
Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea and Tour
Exclusive guided tour of the Museum of Making and an indulgent Afternoon Tea from the River Kitchen – a special treat for Mother’s Day.
Going Green
Meet forward-thinking businesses who have already reduced costs and attracted new customers by going green.
STEAM Session Creating Environments for Making
Our March STEAM Session will explore how we might go about creating environments for cross-curricular making in our own educational settings
Steam Babies
In this facilitator led session babies aged 0-3 and their adults can explore a range of themes through the lens of our fabulous collections
Meet the Artist Hetain Patel
Join us online for an exclusive evening with highly talented artist Hetain Patel – a visual artist and performance maker who works across multiple media and often asks big questions in his work around culture, identity and freedom
