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What’s On

July - October 2017

www.derbymuseums.org

Judge Dredd to Wonder Woman - the work of Liam Sharp...

...at the museum & Art Gallery

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Front cover image: WONDER WOMAN is ™ and © DC Comics. Used with permission.

CONTENTS

Poppies: Weeping Window page 4-5

Exhibitions page 6-15

Festival of Archaeology page 16-17

Things To Do: Summer page 18-19

October Half Term page 20-23

Things To Do: General Events page 24-29

More Fantastic Events page 30

Information and At A Glance page 31-39

This image: Elevated Ankle Boot Collection: Dressed to Scale A/W, 1998, Model : Suzanne © John McIntire

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Since the beginning of June, the remarkable Poppies: Weeping Window installation has been in place at The Silk Mill. The poppies look as though they are streaming from the darkness of the Silk Mill’s bell-tower. The original concept by artist Paul Cummins and installation designed by Tom Piper, Poppies: Weeping Window is part of the 14-18 NOW commemorations of World War One and will be on display until Sunday 23 July. In nearly 20 years of working in museums I don’t think I have witnessed a more moving and reflective public response to a work of art.

There is a strong theme of drawing in this summer’s programme. We host a retrospective of the work of Derby born comic artist Liam Sharp, who creates intricate drawings for comics from Judge Dredd to Wonder Woman. Aside from his artwork, visitors will also see his drawing board and pens! We’ll also be extolling the joys of drawing in a participatory exhibition Finding Lines. This will feature loan works from artists such as Rosetti, Henry Moore and Maggi Hambling, to inspire visitors to pick up a pencil and draw. We hope you’ll keep an eye out for lines in your life to capture and share, either in our exhibition or on line using the hashtag #FindingLines. If being creative on a bigger scale is your thing, then both the FIGMENT Derby Festival in August and Derby Mini Maker Faire in October provide the scene to work with other people to combine art and science and be creative.

Amidst this creativity we’ve also found space for radicalism at Pickford’s House. We explore the 200th anniversary of the Pentrich revolution, England’s first genuine proletarian uprising, through a special exhibition. There is also a show of a melange of the shoes by the original Punk designer Vivienne Westwood, a colourful and dynamic display of a private collector. Derby Museums has high ideals and high heels!

Executive Director,Derby Museums Trust

until 23 July Open 7 days | 10am-5pm (Thursdays 10am-8pm) The Silk Mill FREE

The Silk Mill hosts Poppies: Weeping Window, which brings the poppies back to the city where many of them were created. Weeping Window is a cascade comprising several thousand handmade ceramic poppies seen pouring from a high window to the ground below. The sculpture, by Derby based artist Paul Cummins and designer Tom Piper, is part of 14-18 NOW, the UK’s arts programme for the First World War centenary.

The breathtaking sculpture, a sweeping arch of bright red poppy heads, suspended on towering stalks, was initially conceived as one of the key dramatic sculptural elements in the installation Blood Swept Lands and Seas of Red at the Tower of London in the summer and autumn of 2014.

During the First World War, The Silk Mill was divided into two businesses - one grinding corn and the other making medical supplies, both of which were integral to the British war effort and scarce by 1916.

As with all 14-18 NOW projects, the presentation of these sculptures across the UK brings the legacy of the First World War to life for new generations.

Derby Remembers

Look out for a programme of cultural events and activities

to commemorate the First World War, allowing

people of all ages to explore their own and the city’s

connection to the conflict.

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Weeping Window is from the installation ‘Blood Swept Lands and Seas of Red’ – poppies and

original concept by artist Paul Cummins and installation

designed by Tom Piper – by Paul Cummins Ceramics Limited in conjunction with

Historic Royal Palaces, originally at HM Tower of

London 2014. Image credit: © Graham Lucas Commons

Learning and Engagement

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Judge Dredd to Wonder Woman - the work of Liam Sharp

until 3 September Museum & Art Gallery ADMISSION: Give What You Think

Currently living and working in California, Derby born writer and artist Liam Sharp is best known for his highly detailed comic work. His latest series, drawing Wonder Woman for DC, has seen Liam receive worldwide acclaim. This exhibition charts his 30 year career in comics, illustrating household names like Judge Dredd, the Hulk, Spider-Man and iconic DC characters such as Superman and now Wonder Woman, as well as writing and illustrating his own unique creations.

Liam is also the co-founder of the award-winning progressive digital storytelling company Madefire, taking words and pictures and adding sound and motion. Madefire recently produced the world's first VR comics experience. This exhibition would not have been possible without the support of DC Entertainment.

Judge Dredd to Wonder Woman: Family Day

Saturday 8 July10-12noon and 1-3pm Museum & Art Gallery

It’s a superhero invasion! Join us for this family friendly celebration of Liam Sharp’s wonderful artwork and take part in superhero activities. Be a superhero for the day and enjoy this new exhibition together as a family.

FREE Suitable for families

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COMPETITION: Superhero Challenge!

Launches Saturday 8 July Deadline Saturday 12 August

Derby Museums needs a hero! Pick up a superhero design challenge sheet from the Museum & Art Gallery and have a go at inventing a brand new superhero. The winning superhero will burst into life and in a digitised and framed comic drawn by artist, Sally Jane Thompson.

FREE Suitable for all

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EXHIBITION

Finding LinesA celebration of drawing and mark making

15 July – 3 September Museum & Art Gallery ADMISSION: Give What You Think

This exhibition features a fascinating variety of drawings, from Henry Moore to David Shrigley, Maggi Hambling and Frank Auerbach. Look out for commissioned works by Stephen Carley, Tim Shore, Susan Kester, Liz Atkin, Steve Chapman and Nick Parker in the gallery and adjacent spaces.

This co-produced exhibition of drawings began with a sequence of creative acts by 100s of participants, and builds on the notion of drawing as a tool to improve wellbeing. Keep an eye out for lines in your life to capture and share using the hashtag #FindingLines.

Finding Lines: Launch

Friday 14 July5-8.30pm

Museum & Art Gallery

Join us to celebrate the opening of a summer exhibition, Finding Lines. Watch a live performative drawing by Liz Atkin

emerge in the gallery space. Take part in drawing surprises around the museum and café and meet the exhibiting artists.

Go to www.findinglines.eventbrite.co.uk to book your place.


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Curator Tour: Finding Lines

Wednesday 16 August2-3pmMuseum & Art Gallery

Join exhibition curator Andrea Hadley-Johnson and artist Stephen Carley, for a tour of our latest exhibition, Finding Lines. Andrea will share some exhibition highlights and offer a fascinating insight into the co-production approach that underpinned this beautiful exhibition.

FREESuitable for all

Finding Lines: Joseph Wright

Saturday 5 August10am-12noon and 1-3pmMuseum & Art Gallery

This summer we are looking at drawing, mark making and lines - so what better reason could there be to take a closer look at the work of Joseph Wright! From the masterpieces in the gallery, through to stunning sketches and preparations - come and take this unique opportunity to draw in the Joseph Wright Gallery in this Artist-led session.


Finding Lines: Family Day

Saturday 15 July11am-3pm Museum & Art Gallery

Be amongst the first to explore our latest exhibition in this family friendly opening for Finding Lines. Take a look at this spectacular show, and enjoy a full programme of extra special drawing surprises taking place throughout the day.


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EXHIBITIONS

A Curious Turn15 September - 19 NovemberMuseum & Art GalleryFREE

A Curious Turn presents automata by leading makers of the last 40 years that range from the humorous to the macabre and from the playful to the satirical. Works on show take a look at key automata makers such as Rowland Emett, famous for creating the elaborate inventions of Caractacus Potts in the film Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (1968).

Automata are moving mechanical sculptures that are brought magically to life by sequences of cogs, cams, and levers. They have delighted and bewitched people for centuries. Visitors will be able to turn, push and crank to see many of the pieces in action, while newly commissioned films will show other pieces in motion.

A Crafts Council Touring Exhibition

Museums at Night: Make a Mechanical Bubble Machine!

Thursday 26 October5-8pm


Come along and create a fantastic Mechanical Bubble Machine with Artist, Martin Smith!

Taking illusions and clever tricks-of-the-eye as the theme, each participant will use wire and aluminium

to model, form and articulate a hand held mechanical bubble machine. The focus will be on a simple wire

lead screw as a device for transmitting movement and the intention is to make a simple mechanical device by the end!

Suitable for families with children ages 8+FREE - To book, please go to

www.derbymuseums.eventbrite.co.uk

Automata Workshop

Saturday 23 September Saturday 14 October

11am-12.30pm Museum & Art Gallery

Join Maker Graeme Smith to make your own mechanical sculpture - known as automata. Explore simple mechanisms including cams,

cranks, levers and linkages to build your very own movable, hand-powered creation!

Suitable for families£3 - To book, please go to

www.derbymuseums.eventbrite.co.uk

The Art Hub: A Curious Turn

Wednesday 25 October 10am-12 noon and 1-3pm


Spinning, twisting and winding into motion this

half term, this week’s Art Hub is a creative celebration of our wonderful exhibition.

Join us to create your own moving artwork and discover

more about the curious world of automata.


Derbyshire Unearthed

23 September - 22 April Archaeology Gallery - Museum & Art GalleryFREE

This exhibition celebrates the 20th anniversary of the implementation of the Treasure Act and the founding of the Portable Antiquities Scheme with a display of Treasure objects from Derby Museums collection that were discovered by the public in the local area, such as beautiful medieval gold jewellery, a Viking silver ingot and hoards of Roman coins.

This exhibition forms part of the national ‘20 Years of Treasure’ celebrations organised in partnership with the British Museum.

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EXHIBITIONS

A Personal Collection of Vivienne Westwood Shoes A Touring Exhibition from The Civic, Barnsley

until 17 September Pickford’s House ADMISSION: Give What You Think

A Personal Collection of Vivienne Westwood Shoes, this ultimate indulgence shows how a private collector has built this collection over the last 15 years, choosing them for their innovative attitude towards design and most importantly their passion.

Vivienne Westwood is best known as the creator of punk and new wave fashions as well as for opening the Sex boutique with Malcolm McLaren in the 1970s. This collection of shoes spans the decades from that time.

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There is nothing you can see that is not a flower, There is nothing you can think that is not the moon.

until 9 SeptemberPickford’s House FREE

A display of Japanese art from our collection featuring works by Utagawa Hiroshige and Katsushika Hokusai. Delicate works telling stories through traditional imagery of the landscape, history, folk tales and everyday life of the people of Japan.

Derbyshire in Revolt: The Pentrich Rising 200 years on

until 9 September Pickford’s House FREE

In June 1817 a group of around 300 men from the villages of Pentrich and South Wingfield, set out to march on Nottingham as part of what they believed was a much bigger uprising against the government. To mark the 200th anniversary of the Pentrich Revolution and its suppression, Derby Museums will be exploring the causes, events and legacy, including some iconic objects linked to the revolt.

Look out for our co-produced

exhibitions and events programme with

Artcore in Autumn.

EXHIBITION

Dear Reader…An exhibition of paintings by Eleanor Watson the winner of the seventh Jonathan Vickers Fine Art Award.

16 September - 19 NovemberMuseum & Art GalleryAdmission: Give What You Think

For the last year Eleanor has explored the life stories of a selection of influential Women in the history of Derbyshire. The collection includes interiors, gardens, landscapes and still lives; from photographs taken and found and film stills each connected to a famous protagonist, with biographical elements to prompt a reading of their story. The viewpoint is brought into question as the figure is often absent. There is a suggestion that the viewer may have just disturbed the private world of the sitter.

Talk: Dear Reader...

Saturday 23 September11am Museum & Art Gallery

Join winner of the seventh Jonathan Vickers Fine Art Award, Eleanor Watson, for an insight into her practice and her experience of winning the Award.

Suitable for adultsFREE

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AN EMERGING EXHIBITIONYOUR PLACE IN THE WORLD

Object Walks

As part of our World Cultures project we’ve been taking museum objects for a walk

on the streets of Derby. Let us know where you

would like us to walk over the summer?

@DMWorldCulture #ObjectWalks

Objects And Us

As part of our World Cultures project we’re gathering

stories about the objects in your life that symbolise love.

Please tweet an image of your object and share why it’s important to you. Your thoughts will help to shape

the interpretation in the emerging gallery.

@DMWorldCulture #ObjectsAndUs

A little suitcase to start BIG conversations

Fascinating objects and intriguing questions will be

unpacked from the suitcase, which will help shape a new

exhibition celebrating objects from around the world.

We’d love to invite you to take part in the development

of the project by adding your thoughts and ideas

to the case.

Museum & Art GalleryFREE

An invitation to help shape our new World Cultures gallery. Working closely with you, we’d like to share 100s of collection objects from around the world.

This new gallery will explore the stories and themes that are important to you. Visit the project space to join in; we’ll be sharing ideas as they develop. Please join in on our twitter feed @DMWorldCulture

World Cultures Sharing Day

Saturday 29 July10.30am-4pmMuseum & Art Gallery

Join us in the project space to handle objects, test prototypes and celebrate the diversity of objects from around the world that belong to the people of Derby. We’d love you to be part of this co-produced project.

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Images © David Edge

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FESTIVAL OF ARCHAEOLOGY

Finds Day

Wednesday 19 July10am-12noon Museum & Art Gallery

See and handle archaeology that has been discovered in the local area and bring your own finds in for identification by Alastair Willis, the Finds Liaison Officer for Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire.


Tots Make & Do: Archaeolo-tots!

Friday 21 July10-11.30am Museum & Art Gallery

What do you get if you mix a tot with a magnifying glass, a sand pit, plenty of objects to dig and space to play? An Archaeolo-tot!

FREE Suitable for 2-5year olds and their grown-ups.

Handling History

Tuesday 25 July10.30-11amMuseum & Art Gallery

Join us for this extra special Handling History as part of the Festival of Archaeology for 2016. We will be bringing extra objects out for handling for you to explore.


How to identify Roman coins

Saturday 29 July1-4pmMuseum & Art Gallery

Join Alastair Willis, Finds Liaison Officer for Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire, for this introduction to Roman coins. In this practical session, you will learn how to recognise and date Roman coins using coins from the museum’s collection and coins discovered by members of the public. If you have found any Roman coins yourself, bring them along.

FREESuitable for ages 16+Booking essential - please call 01332 641901.

Mark Makers: Festival of Archaeology Special

Thursday 27 July10am-12noon and 1-3pm Museum & Art Gallery

We are kick-starting this brand new programme at the Museum & Art Gallery with an extra special, archaeology inspired session. With archaeological objects from the collection on display, and the chance to explore some of these up close – this drawing session led by artist E J Lance, will explore how we have made marks throughout history.


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Wednesday 26 July CLAY Wednesday 2 August WATERCOLOURSWednesday 9 August INKSWednesday 16 August COLLAGEWednesday 23 August MOVEMENTWednesday 30 August CHALKS & PASTELS

10am-12noon and 1-3pmMuseum & Art Gallery FREESuitable for all

SUMMER SORTED AT DERBY MUSEUMS

WEDNESDAYS

Join us each week at the Art Hub in the Museum & Art Gallery as we explore different creative techniques and processes. From paint to sculpture, there is always something new to try in this artist-led session.

THE ART HUB

TUESDAYS

This summer, we are being inspired by the people who have lived and worked in this beautiful home in times gone by. Hear their stories, and take part in some extra special activities inspired by their time in the home.

Tuesday 25 July Mr Pickford Tuesday 1 August Anna the Scullery MaidTuesday 8 August Thomas and Joseph PickfordTuesday 15 August Mrs AndrewsTuesday 22 August Mrs PickfordTuesday 29 August Abraham the Gardener

10am-12noon and 1-3pmPickford’s House FREESuitable for all

GEORGIAN JOLLIES

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THURSDAYS

FRIDAYS

This summer, the Activity Room transforms in to a real life Time Machine! With six time periods to explore, join us each week as we travel through time and space. Complete the challenges, create your own artwork and journey with us as we encounter the unexpected…

FAMILY FRIDAY:TIME MACHINE

10am-12noon and 1-3pmPickford’s House FREESuitable for all

PICKFORD’S PLOT

Mark Makers is brand new to Derby Museums and bursts in to our programme as we celebrate a summer of drawing! Each week, this artist led session will explore a variety of tools, media and papers as we explore new ways you can make your mark at Derby Museums.

Thursday 27 JulyThursday 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31 August

10am-11.30amMuseum & Art Gallery FREESuitable for all

MARKMAKERS

Friday 28 July 650 BC: Egypt Friday 4 August 1776 AD: GeorgiansFriday 11 August 3000: FutureFriday 18 August 873 AD: VikingsFriday 25 August 80 AD: RomansFriday 1 September Prehistory

10-11.30amMuseum & Art Gallery FREESuitable for all

Pickford’s Plot first burst in to our programme in the spring, and we are delighted to be bringing it in to the summer season. Taking place in the garden (weather permitting!), pick up a trowel and get involved!

Thursday 27 July FIGMENT Flowers Thursday 3 August FIGMENT FlowersThursday 10 August FIGMENT FlowersThursday 17 August Massive MosaicsThursday 24 August Bird FeedersThursday 31 August Massive Mosaics

Georgian Jollies: Spooky Treats

Tuesday 24 October10am-12noon and 1-3pmPickford’s House

Design, decorate and eat your very own spooky treat - just in time for Halloween! Draw inspiration from the spooky stories of Pickford’s House to create a ghoulish cake to take home.

FREESuitable for families

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OCTOBER HALF TERM

Discovery Days: Joseph Wright Family Fun Day

Saturday 21 October 10am-12noon and 1-3pm Museum & Art Gallery

Come and take part in our Joseph Wright inspired Family Fun Day! Taking place across the whole museum, this is a chance for the whole family to come together and explore the life and art of Derby’s most famous artist. From tours, crafts, talks and trails - we have programmed a full day of celebrations for this magnificent artist!


EVERY WEEK

Pickford’s Plot: Poppies

Thursday 26 October10am-12noon and 1-3pmPickford’s House

Sow your own poppy seeds and create a beautiful plant pot to take them home in. Watch your poppy seeds grow over Remembrance month, as they bloom over winter.

FREESuitable for families

Beyond the Velvet Rope

Every WednesdayTour begins at 10.30am

Pickford’s House

Guided tour of Pickford’s House with a costumed

member of the team.


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Family Friday: Museum Monsters

Friday 27 October10-11.30amMuseum & Art Gallery

There are Museum Monsters waiting to be discovered at Derby Museums this Family Friday! Come and create your very own Museum Monster to take home, and complete our gruesome Monster Trail around the galleries!


The Art Hub: A Curious Turn

Wednesday 25 October 10am-12 noon and 1-3pmMuseum & Art Gallery

Spinning, twisting and winding into motion this half term. This week’s Art Hub is a creative celebration of our wonderful exhibition. Join us to create your own moving artwork and discover more about the curious world of automata.


At The Silk Mill -

the site of the

world’s first factory!

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Reserve your TICKETS at

www.makerfairederby.eventbrite.co.uk

COME AND PLAY!MAKERS OF ALL AGES

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Reserve your TICKETS at

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Derby Mini Maker Faire is independently organised by Derby Museums and operated under license from Maker Media, Inc.

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Saturday 28 October 10am - 4pmThe Silk Mill

Now in its sixth year, Derby Mini Maker Faire 2017 has taken its place as the biggest event in our annual programme!We are all about ‘making’ at the Silk Mill and this event is a true celebration of this. From laser cutters, ceramicists, weavers, 3D printers and metal workers… Derby Mini Maker Faire has it all.Come and see what you can make in this family friendly making extravaganza!

£3: Adult Ticket £2: Discounted Adult Ticket with voucherFREE: Under 16s

Go to www.makerfairederby.com to obtain your voucher

THE PERFECT DAY OUT FOR THE WHOLE

FAMILY!

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Introduction to Furniture Making

4 day workshop - 22-25 August 9am-4pm each day The Silk Mill

The course is designed to provide an introduction to contemporary and traditional methods and techniques used in bespoke furniture making. In crafting a small hand-built birch ply and hardwood cabinet, students will learn a range of techniques including mortise and tenon jointing, marking out, hand planing, chisel work, hinge cutting, circular sawing and finishing skills.

Participants will be guided by Silk Mill Workshop Supervisor, Steve Smith who is a highly skilled and experienced furniture maker as well as a workshop facilitator.

Suitable for adults£150 per person. To book, please go to www.derbymuseums.eventbrite.co.uk

SILK MILL SUMMER WORKSHOP

LEARN A NEW SKILL THIS SUMMER

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MORE FANTASTIC EVENTS

FIGMENT Derby 2017

Saturday 19 August 11am-5pmThe Silk Mill and Cathedral Green

FIGMENT first burst on to Cathedral Green in 2016. After a fabulous day of colour, celebration and creativity - we are delighted to once again bring FIGMENT back to Derby.This volunteer produced community arts festival takes place over one day, with artists, makers and performers sharing their creativity and inviting you to join in too!Bring the whole family to this truly unique event on Cathedral Green, and be part of something extra special.


Fun Palaces 2017: Your Place in the World

Saturday 7 October 11am-2pm Museum & Art Gallery

Join us for a true celebration of Art and Science at the Museum & Art Gallery as we host a Fun Palace! Fun Palaces will be popping up all over the country and we are delighted to be part of a national celebration of creativity, community and science. For 2017 we will be drawing inspiration from our World Cultures collection as celebrate the diversity of objects from around the world that belong to the people of Derby.


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Tots Make and Do is a weekly session where we welcome 2-5 year olds and their grown-ups for crafts, games and stories inspired by our fabulous collections.

Friday 7 July Superhero TotsFriday 14 July Beautiful ButterfliesFriday 21 July Archaeolo-tots! Friday 8 September Adventures with BinocularsFriday 15 September Prehistoric Play DoughFriday 22 September Super ShapesFriday 29 September Marvellous Mosaics Friday 6 October Bright LightsFriday 13 October Autumn LeavesFriday 20 October Gruesome Gunge

10-11.30amMuseum & Art Gallery FREESuitable for 2-5 year oldsand their grown-ups!

TOTS MAKE AND DO

Museum & Art Gallery | 11am -12.30pmPickford’s House | 1.30-3pm

MUSEUM EXPLORERS

South America

Saturday 5 AugustExplore the vibrant colours and striking patterns from South America in this hands on, creative museum exploration.

Roman Derby

Saturday 2 SeptemberTravel back in time with our awe-inspiring collection in the Archaeology Gallery plus creative, themed activities.

China

Saturday 1 July The collection is full of fascinating objects from all over the world. Join us for an intrepid adventure across the continents…

FREE | Suitable for families

Collect your passport and begin your exploration at the Museum & Art Gallery. Discover the collections, complete the challenges and continue your journey to Pickford’s House. Each month, we explore a new part of the collections in this creative activity designed for the whole family!

The Rainforest

Saturday 7 OctoberWe draw inspiration from the lush rainforests - from the skies, the trees, the animals - explore, create and share in this rainforest extravaganza.

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STEAM Tots comes to the Museum & Art Gallery for the first time! This sensory exploration of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Maths) has been so popular at the Silk Mill that we are delighted to be continuing it at the Museum & Art Gallery from July. Play, make and learn together amongst our historic collections in this activity designed especially for 2-5year olds and their grown-ups!

Saturday 1 July Saturday 5 AugustSaturday 2 SeptemberSaturday 7 October

1.30-3pmMuseum & Art Gallery FREESuitable for 2-5 year oldsand their grown-ups!

STEAM TOTS

Nature in Focus: Great British Beach Clean

Saturday 16 September 10am-2pmMuseum & Art Gallery

Join our Nature Ambassadors to find out more about the amazing creatures that live in our oceans and what we can do to help them even without a beach nearby. Please see our website for updates about the activities we have planned for the day.


Handling History

Tuesdays 11 and 25 July1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 August12 and 26 September 10 and 24 October10.30-11am Museum & Art Gallery

Handling History is our regular object handling morning where you can get up close to some historic objects from our collection.


NEW to the Museum & Art Gallery

An Invitation to a Georgian Wedding

Saturday 8 July 11am-11.45 amPickford’s House

Dr Samuel Johnson and Elizabeth ‘Tetty’ Porter married at St Werburgh’s Church on 9 July 1735. To commemorate this event, the Charles Edward Stuart Society will be re-enacting this union. Come along and see the lovely bride getting ready. Then the wedding service will take place at 12.00 at St. Werburgh’s Church.


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Silver Sunday: Drawing Club

Sunday 1 October 2-4pm


This Silver Sunday, events will be taking place across the

UK aimed especially for older audiences. Derby Museums

will be hosting a free drawing class, followed by tea and cake in The Coffee House.

Come and try something a bit different, and join us for

an afternoon of creativity and fun.

FREE, but booking essential 01332641901

Suitable for ages 60+

Talk: Artist Encounters: Picturing Arkwright’s Mills

Wednesday 25 October 2-3pm


Join us as we explore Derby Museums collection of

images of Arkwright’s Mills in Cromford; from Joseph Wright to the artists who

created Derby Porcelain this historically significant site

has been a source of creative inspiration since it was built

in the 18th century.

FREESuitable for adults

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PM Poets

Tuesdays: 11 July, 8 August, 12 September, and 10 October1.30-3.30pmMuseum & Art Gallery

Discuss, share and create poetry in this monthly workshop. All welcome.

Contact: 01332 382683 [email protected]

FREE Suitable for adults

Adult Drawing Class: Drawn Inspiration

Thursdays 27 July, 31 August, 28 September and 26 October 11am-12noon Museum & Art Gallery

This artist-led activity is aimed at adults of all artistic abilities, from complete beginners through to confident sketchers! Each month, we will be looking at new drawing techniques as we draw inspiration from the outstanding collections on display.

Booking essential, limited places. £4: Adults £2.50: Students/ Friends of Derby MuseumsPlease call 01332 641901 to book. Suitable for adults. All abilities welcome.

Hanson’s Valuation Days

Wednesdays 5 July, 2 August, 6 September and 4 October10am-12noonPickford’s House

Come along and meet a member of the Hanson’s valuation team who will be available to advise on antiques, jewellery, coins, ceramics and more!

FREERefreshments availableSuitable for adults

Talks: The Friends of Derby Museums

FREE Suitable for adults

Thursday 28 September 2pm Museum & Art GalleryStonehouse Prebend, the story of a house, a talk by Joan d’Arcy.

Thursday 12 October 7pm Museum & Art GalleryThe Story behind 1066, a talk by Mike Kelly.

Thursday 9 November 2pm Museum & Art GalleryThe Dovedale Hoard, a talk by Rachel Hall.

Crafternoon Tea: A Wreath For All SeasonsSaturday 9 September £2010.15am-12.45pm Pickford’s House

Crafternoon Tea: Sew a Wooden Handled Bag Saturday 9 September£20 1.45-4.15pm | Pickford’s House

Crafternoon Tea: Make a Rolled Edge LampshadeSaturday 7 October £251.45-4.15pm | Pickford’s House

All materials, tea and cake included. To book, please call 07881613955 or email [email protected]

Ball Mania

25 August | 12noon-10pm26 August | 10am-10pm 27 August | 10am-7pmThe Silk Mill

Unleash your inner child and dive in to the UK’s biggest ball pit for grown-ups. The Silk Mill will be transformed with lights, music, giant inflatables and 200,000 balls for an unforgettable moment of mayhem.

£8 for 30 minutesSuitable for ages 16+

www.ballmaniamcr.co.uk


Suds & Soda Beer Festival

Saturday 12 AugustSession 1: 11am-3pm Session 2: 3.30-7.30pmSession 3: 8-12pm The Silk Mill

Derby Beer Con is a celebration of local craft keg beer. Sponsored by Suds & Soda, they hope to bring awareness of flavoursome craft beer to Derby. Find out more at facebook.com/derbybeercon

£6.50 + booking fee

Haunted Heritage

Saturday 1 July Museum & Art GallerySaturday 29 JulyPickford’s House

8pm-1am

Join Haunted Heritage and the Derby Museums team as we open the doors to Derby’s iconic buildings and investigate who... or what, is there after hours.

£35 per person| Pickford’s £37 per person | MAG

Suitable for 18+ www.hauntedheritage.co.uk

The Vintage Weigh & Pay with LouLou’s

Sunday 24 September11am-4pm (10am for Early Bird Access) The Silk Mill

The Vintage Weigh & Pay is the perfect way to fill your wardrobes without breaking the bank. Browse and buy vintage clothing from the 1960s-1980s and the best part, you only pay for the weight!

Entry £1.50 | £3 Early bird entry (10am access) Suitable for all www.thevintagefair.com

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COMING SOONDerby Christmas Chilli Fiesta!

Saturday 2 December atThe Silk Mill. For more

information go towww.bit.ly/derbychilli

Celebrate Christmas at The Silk Mill

Not booked your Christmas party yet - why not have

your celebrations at The Silk Mill? Call 01332 641901

for information.

Wine and Dine at Pickford’s House

Planning a special occasion? Pickford’s House offers

a unique and intimate space for your celebration.

Children's Parties

With exclusive hire of our activity room, museum trails, plus children's lunch boxes,

why not do something different for a special day?

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CELEBRATE WITH US!

Contact us on 01332 641901 or

[email protected] for more information on

our flexible venue hire packages.

DERBY MUSEUMS’ FRIENDS

Derby Museums has been working with the Friends of Derby Museums, to create an exciting new Friends scheme. The new scheme will keep everything great about the Friends of Derby Museums, including talks, special events, and social outings, and will also offer extra opportunities for children and families.

If you would like any more information, including how to join please contact Amy Simcox on [email protected] or call 01332 641901.

LOVE YOUR MUSEUMSHOW YOUR SUPPORT - BUY A BIRD

With over 150 birds now adorning our walls, why not buy your own bird to join the flock? From just £25 you can choose a bird from our collection, have a name of your choice written underneath it, and show your support for Derby Museums.By Buying a Bird you are helping support all our children and family activities. Thank you!

Better than socks!The perfect alternative gift for someone who

has everything!

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SHOPLooking for something completely unique? Pop into our recently renovated shop at The Museum and Art Gallery for a selection of beautiful ceramics and jewellery from local makers. As well as stationery, textiles and souvenirs completely exclusive to us!

THE COFFEE HOUSEWhether you need to cool down or warm yourself up The Coffee House at the Museum and Art Gallery has something for all seasons. From great coffee to delicious lunches, be sure to save space for a slice of our scrummy cakes!

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GET INVOLVED

Volunteering with Derby Museums

We offer volunteering opportunities to excite, challenge and intrigue. Meaningful co-production opportunities are at the heart of all we do and by working alongside our brilliant team of Volunteer Co-producers, we create inspiring museums built with, and for, the people of Derby.

From regular, longer-term volunteering opportunities to micro-challenges that could take just minutes of your time: every minute you give makes a difference.

For more information, please contact [email protected].

ADOPT YOUR PICKFORD’S HOUSE HERO

At Pickford’s House we love every one of our quirky objects. From the mahogany cheese cradle to the magnificent morning room piano, we know every object tells a story. This is your chance to champion your Pickford’s hero, by adopting it for a year!

Call 01332 641901 or pick up a leaflet to find out more.

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GETTING HERE

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St. Alkmund’s Way

St. Alkmund’s Way

River Derwent

St. Mary’s Gate

St. Michael’s Lane

Cathedral Road

Sadler Gate

Bold Lane

The Strand

Tennant St

Iron Gate

Full St

Corporation St

Friar Gate

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Friar Gate

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Mercian Way

THE SILK MILL

MUSEUM & ART GALLERY

PICKFORD’S HOUSE

By Rail

Derby Railway Station is 1.2 miles away, approximately a 20 minute walk.

By Car

The Museum & Art Gallery and The Silk Mill have no parking facilities but there are plenty of car parks and spaces for Blue Badge holders nearby. Limited blue badge parking is available at The Silk Mill. Pickford’s House has its own free car park accessed from Agard Street.

By Bus

Derby Bus Station is a short walk away from all three museums. Pickford’s House is on routes 5, 28 & 29 and many bus routes pass close to the other two museums.

Access

Families are always welcome at Derby Museums. Join us for a free activity session or just call in anytime for a visit – there’s always something to see and do.

All of our galleries at The Museum & Art Gallery and The Silk Mill are buggy and wheelchair accessible.

Pickford’s House has limited access but our friendly staff will be more than happy to help accommodate you in any way they can.

For full access details, please go to www.derbymuseums.org or call 01332 641901.

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VISIT US

Museum & Art GalleryThe StrandDerbyDE1 1BS01332 641901

Opening Times Tuesday-Saturday10am-5pmSunday 12-4pm

Pickford’s House41 Friar GateDerbyDE1 1DA01332 641901

Opening Times Tuesday- Saturday 10am-5pmSunday CLOSED

The Silk Mill Silk Mill LaneDerbyDE1 3AF01332 641901

Opening TimesFor details, please check www.derbymuseums.org

Derby Silk Mill is midway through a five year £16.4m programme to create the Derby Silk Mill Museum of Making, supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund, Derby City Council and Arts Council England.

The Silk Mill will now only be open for specific events and activities, including Poppies: Weeping Window andDerby Mini Maker Faire. The building is also available to hire for corporate events and private celebrations. You can find out about these events and more details on venue hire on the Derby Museums website, www.derbymuseums.org.

From 2018 the building will undergo a full redevelopment and is scheduled to reopen fully in 2020, bringing thousands of visitors to the city each year. The Museum of Making will display fascinating items from Derby's rich industrial history, celebrating the makers of the past; and will be designed to empower makers of the future through inspirational environments for learning programmes and activities.

THE SILK MILL

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AT A GLANCEJuly

Saturday 1 Museum Explorers 1.30-3pm Pickford’s House page 26

Wednesday 5 Valuation Day 10am-12noon Pickford’s House page 29

Friday 7 Tots Make & Do 10-11.30am Museum & AG page 26

Saturday 8 Georgian Wedding 11-11.45am Pickford’s House page 27

Saturday 1 STEAM Tots 1.30-3pm Museum & AG page 27

Tuesday 11 Handling History 10.30-11am Museum & AG page 27


Saturday 15 Family Day 11am-3pm Museum & AG page 9

Wednesday 19 Finds Day 10am-12noon Museum & AG page 16


Friday 14 Finding Lines: Launch 5-8.30pm Museum & AG page 9


Tuesday 25 Georgian Jollies 10am-12 / 1-3pm Pickford’s House page 18

Thursday 27 Mark Makers 10am-12 / 1-3pm Museum & AG page 17

Wednesday 26 The Art Hub 10am-12 / 1-3pm Museum & AG page 18

Tuesday 11 PM Poets 1.30-3.30pm Museum & AG page 29

Saturday 1 Haunted Heritage 8pm-1am Museum & AG page 30

Saturday 8 Family Day 10am-12 / 1-3pm Museum & AG page 6

Saturday 1 Museum Explorers 11am-12.30pm Museum & AG page 26

Thursday 27 Drawing Class 11am-12noon Museum & AG page 29

Saturday 29 Haunted Heritage 8pm-1am Pickford’s House page 30

Saturday 29 Sharing Day 10.30am-4pm Museum & AG page 15

Friday 28 Family Friday 10-11.30am Museum & AG page 19

Saturday 29 Roman Coins 1-4pm Museum & AG page 16

Thursday 27 Pickford’s Plot 10am-12 / 1-3pm Pickford’s House page 19

DERBY MINI MAKER FAIRE - SATURDAY 28 OCTOBERGO TO WWW.MAKERFAIREDERBY.COM

HAVE YOU BOOKED YOUR TICKET FOR DERBY MINI MAKER FAIRE?

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August


Thursday 3 Mark Makers 10-11.30am Museum & AG page 19


Saturday 5 Museum Explorers 11am-12.30om Museum & AG page 26






Saturday 5 Finding Lines 10am-12 / 1-3pm Museum & AG page 9












Saturday 12 Beer Festival See page for times The Silk Mill page 30

Wednesday 16 Curator Tour 2-3pm Museum & AG page 9


Saturday 19 FIGMENT Derby 11am-5pm The Silk Mill page 25

Tue 22 - Fri 25 Summer Workshop 9am-4pm each day The Silk Mill page 24






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Fri 25 - Sun 27 Ball Mania See page for times The Silk Mill page 30













Saturday 9 Crafternoon Tea 10.15am-12.45pm PIckford’s House page 29



Saturday 9 Crafternoon Tea 1.45-4.15pm PIckford’s House page 29




Saturday 16 Nature in Focus 10am-2pm Museum & AG page 27

September




Saturday 23 Automata Workshop 11am-12.30pm Museum & AG page 11

Thursday 28 Talk 2pm Museum & AG page 29


Sunday 24 Weigh & Pay 11am-4pm The Silk Mill page 30

Saturday 23 Talk 11am Museum & AG page 14

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Sunday 1 Silver Sunday 2-4pm Museum & AG page 28






Thursday 12 Talk 7pm Museum & AG page 29

Saturday 7 Crafternoon Tea 1.45-4.15pm Pickford’s House page 29


Saturday 14 Automata Workshop 11am-12.30pm Museum & AG page 11

Saturday 21 Discovery Days 10am-12/ 1-3pm Museum & AG page 20




Wednesday 25 Talk 2-3pm Museum & AG page 28






Saturday 28 Derby Mini Maker Faire 10am-4pm The Silk Mill page 23

Thursday 26 Automata Workshop 5-8pm Museum & AG page 10

October


Saturday 7 Fun Palaces 11am-2pm Museum & AG page 25

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We cordially invite youto Derby Museums’

CREATING THE EXTRAORDINARY FROM THE ORDINARY

Join us for a night of intrigue:Prosecco reception and wonderment from our workshop

Three course dinner by Chef Ralph SkripekAfter dinner speech by Curator of Making Daniel Martin

Charity auction with Charles Hanson-followed by live music

Saturday 14 October 2017 at 6.30pm | The Silk MillDress Code: Black Tie | Ticket Price £50

To book tickets please contact [email protected] or call 01332 641901

Thank you for supporting Derby Museums to stay fantastic and free for everyone

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