What’s On April - June 2014
derbymuseums.org
COnTenTs The Joseph Wright institute
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exhibition: Joseph Wright of Derby: Bath and Beyond
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exhibition: Wright inspired
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Talks: Wright inspired
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The silk Mill: events
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nature gallery project lab
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Things to Do: easter
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Things to Do: spring
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under 5’s, Workshops and more
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At a glance and information
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hellO Welcome to Derby Museums! I am delighted to be penning my first introduction since becoming Exceutive Director. This spring there will be a flurry of activity in our museum sites, principally the opening of the Joseph Wright Institute at the Museum and Art Gallery. The Study Centre will give easy access to all the works we hold by Derby’s most famous artistic son. To coincide with this we are hosting the exhibition Joseph Wright of Derby: Bath and Beyond, a selection of works painted during his sojourn in the West Country. The show features works from Tate, the National Gallery, the British Museum and Fitzwilliam Museum Cambridge. At the Silk Mill the response to the Re:Make project has been brilliant. We have a phalanx of citizen curators. These are members of the public designing and making fixtures and fittings, selecting objects for display and creating new stories for the industrial history of the city. As well as continuing the making, there will be the opportunity to use the fully equipped workshop, learning skills such as laser cutting, 3D printing and metalwork on our Re:Make Skills Workshops. We’re also opening a small café in the Museum and Art Gallery in the delightful surroundings of the Derby Porcelain Gallery. The principle of making our sites with our visitors will be extended in plans to redevelop our Nature Gallery at the Museum and Art Gallery. We’re inviting you to drop in and contribute your ideas to how we should tell the story of Derby’s natural heritage. We want Derby Museums to be places of discovery and wonder, where visitors can learn new things and look at the world differently. I look forward to seeing you at Derby Museums in the future. You can also follow me on Twitter @tonybutler1
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The joseph Wright institute Celebrating the life of Derby’s hero and sharing the world’s largest Joseph Wright collection. from 24 May 2014 Museum & Art Gallery FREE The role of the Institute is to improve access to and raise awareness of Joseph Wright and his work, locally, nationally and internationally. It will offer research opportunities, produce exhibitions and publications as well as a programme of activities catering for all audiences including schools and families, university academics and casual visitors. Comprising of the Joseph Wright Gallery containing the largest collection of Wright oil paintings in the world; The Study Centre with drawings, prints, letters and other supporting information relating to Wrights life and work; Exhibition space that will host temporary exhibitions of Wright’s work and placing Wright in contextwo exhibitions open in May as part of this launch “Wright Inspired”, looking at copies, fakes and work inspired by Wright and “Joseph Wright of Derby: Bath and Beyond” an exhibition jointly developed with The Holbourne in Bath.
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Joseph Wright Open Day Saturday 24 May Museum & Art Gallery
Family Activities
Gallery Tour
Walk
10am-3pm Free, no need to book.
11am-12noon Free, no need to book.
2pm-3.30pm £3, under 12’s free.
Dress up in 18th Century inspired costumes and try on elaborate wigs and beauty spots. Make your own 18th Century ball mask adorned with feathers and sparkles!
Discover the Joseph Wright of Derby: Bath and Beyond exhibition and find out how you can getting involved with the Joseph Wright Institute.
Join Head of Museums Jonathan Wallis to explore Joseph Wright’s Derby. An easy 2 mile walk on city footpaths with no gradients.
Suitable for adults
£3, under 12’s free. Booking recommended. Call 01629 536831 before 4pm on Friday 16 May.
Suitable for families
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JOseph WrighT OF DerBY: BATh AnD BeYOnD 24 May - 31 August 2014 The Joseph Wright Institute Museum & Art Gallery FREE Joseph Wright ‘of Derby’ (1734-1797) lived and worked in Bath between November 1775 and June 1777. This brief and little-known episode in Wright’s life marked a crossroads in his career, yet it has never been explored in detail. ‘Joseph Wright of Derby: Bath and Beyond’ will place Wright in the context of the many artists, musicians, writers, business people and scientists living and working in the Georgian spa town and present for the first time a comprehensive view of his life and work during those eighteen months. The exhibition and accompanying catalogue will also go ‘beyond’ to examine the effect of his time in Bath and his travels in Italy on Wright’s later work. The exhibition has been produced in partnership with The Holburne Museum, Bath. Lenders include the National Gallery, Tate, the British Museum, the Walker Art Gallery and the Fitzwilliam Museum. Praise for the exhibition at the Holburne Museum: ‘a cracking show about a fascinating painter’ (Richard Dorment, The Telegraph) ‘quirkily fascinating’ (Rachel Campbell-Johnston, The Times) ‘a superb show’ (Martin Oldham, Apollo Magazine) ‘revelatory’ (Mark Brown, The Guardian)
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gAllerY TOurs Wright inspired saturday 24 May 11am-12noon sunday 8 June 11am–12noon saturday 28 June 3-4pm Discover the Joseph Wright of Derby: Bath and Beyond exhibition and Joseph Wright Institute. Suitable for adults Free, no need to book, just drop in.
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wright inspired from 24 May The Joseph Wright Institute Museum & Art Gallery FREE To mark the launch of Derby Museums’ new Joseph Wright Institute, this exhibition presents work by Wright along with a curious collection of paintings known affectionately as the ‘not quite Wrights’. Produced during Wright’s own lifetime, or the two centuries since his death, these rarely seen, and often overlooked, paintings have either been inspired by, or copied directly from, his work. Works by students from Burton College and Derby’s Borrow Wood School add a contemporary element to this exhibition, celebrating Wright’s enduring ability to inspire new generations of budding artists. Today, great importance is laid on the authenticity and originality of works of art, but this a relatively recent perspective. In the 18th century, making copies of the works of other artists, both past and contemporary, was considered an important part of artistic training, and Wright himself copied or adapted from the work of others throughout his career. Wright also completed multiple versions or copies of his own paintings, leaving the identity of some of our paintings open to question. Discover these mysterious works for yourself, and join the debate. Wright Inspired offers lots of other opportunities to get involved: come and try on our newly-created 18th Century Costumes inspired by Wright’s portraits, create your own work in response to the exhibits, tell us what you think about the Institute or take part in events from our activity programme. We hope to inspire you!
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Talks Wright Inspired Talk: Joseph Wright in Bath Saturday 28 June 11am–12 noon Museum & Art Gallery Amina Wright, curator of Joseph Wright in Bath and Beyond, from the Holburne Museum, Bath will give a fascinating insight into Joseph’s Wright’s time in Bath.
Talk: Dressed to Impress: 18th Century Fashion Saturday 28 June 1–2pm Museum & Art Gallery Join Amanda Askari, art historian and ‘Artful Costumier’, the creative talent behind our new costumes in the Joseph Wright Institute. Amanda’s talk explores dress in the portraiture of Joseph Wright: what were his sitters wearing? And just who were they trying to impress?
Talk: A Revolution of Ideas Sunday 29 June 11am-12noon Museum & Art Gallery The Enlightenment was a time of turmoil in terms of ideas about the world. This shift influenced many spheres of life from politics to art, but what was the science behind it? Scientist Katie Smith explores the ideas of Joseph Wright’s time, shaped by the likes of Newton, Whitehurst, Boyle and more, and how Wright’s paintings reflect this.
All talks suitable for adults Free, booking recommended. To book, visit the Museum and Art Gallery or telephone 01332 641901.
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The silk Mill The Silk Mill is continuing on its mission to Re:Make the Museum with the help of a growing community of enthusiastic makers and creators to Re:Imagine itself for the 21st Century. The ground floor space is gradually emerging with collection objects and freshly made furniture; each piece enriched with stories about why they were made and who made them, imbued with the spirit of ‘anything is possible’. Please drop by to find out how to take part in this growing display, sign up for future events, activities and workshops or simply relax with a coffee and be reinspired.
eVenTs holy smokes! presents Banquet Saturday 19 April 6pm-midnight The Silk MIll Join us to celebrate the Re:Make project and Record Store Day with an evening of music, making, food and record stalls with Derby music and arts collective Holy Smokes! £5 on the door Suitable for all
silk Mill lockout 180th Anniversary Saturday 26 April 11am-3pm The Silk Mill Come and discover the history of the Silk Mill Lockout and commemorate the 180th anniversary. A selection of objects will be on display relating to workers rights and trade union ephemera to mark this occasion. Free, no need to book. Suitable for families
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@derbysilkmill #remakemuseum derbymuseums.org/remake Visit the project blog and keep in touch with us on Twitter.
steam into 175 part of Derby 175 Thursday 29 May 3pm-6pm The Silk Mill Come and celebrate 175 years of Derby’s rail industry. See the Model Railway in action, take a tour of the Midland Railway Study Centre and have a go at railway activities. Free, no need to book. Suitable for families
Open Make part of Furthest from the sea Festival Saturday 21 June 1-5pm The Silk Mill Get involved in an array of making activities at the Silk Mill led by local makers and artists, watch the Midland Model Railway in action and have a go at railway making activities. Donations welcome Suitable for families
DerwentWise launch event part of inspiring Derby Week Saturday 28 June 1-5pm The Silk Mill Take part in art workshops exploring underwater life and recreate creatures using indigenous plant materials. Free, no need to book. Suitable for families
Derby Makers Every Thursday 6-9pm The Silk Mill A community of like-minded people who meet to share ideas, skills and projects around making and tinkering in the world’s first factory. All welcome
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Re:Make Workshops Introduction to Furniture Making
at THE SILK MILL
Saturday 12 April 10am-5pm and Sunday 13 April 10am-4pm Saturday 14 June 10am-5pm and Sunday 15 April 10am-4pm Learn new skills including biscuiting, routing, jig-making and make a piece of ply wood furniture to help Re:Make the museum. £25 per weekend. Book at www.remakesilkmill.eventbrite.co.uk Beginners level. Suitable for Adults
Laser Lab Workshop Sunday 13 April 12noon-2pm Sunday 11 May 12noon-2pm Learn how to digitally design your own 2D vector image using Inkscape and laser cut your design to take away. £10 per session. Book at www.remakesilkmill.eventbrite.co.uk Beginners level. Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult
Introduction to Metalwork Saturday 3 May 10am-5pm Learn metal bending, folding, rolling, riveting turning and guillotining to make your very own tool as part of the Re:Make the Museum. £15. Book at www.remakesilkmill.eventbrite.co.uk Beginners level. Suitable for adults
3D Print Workshop Sunday 25 May 12noon-2pm Learn how to use Google SketchUp to create a 3D design, to print out and then take home using the Ultimaker 3D printer. £10. Book at www.remakesilkmill.eventbrite.co.uk Beginners level. Under 12s should be accompanied by an adult
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The nATure gAllerY prOJeCT l AB 10 March - 27 April 2014 Museum & Art Gallery Our Natural History Collection is on the move and we’d love you to help shape our plans. Next spring we will deliver a beautiful and fascinating exhibition that profiles our natural history collection. We have mammals, birds, fish, rocks, minerals, insects and plant specimens to share and we are eager to ignite your delight and curiosity. Throughout April you’ll find the Nature Project Lab nestled in the heart of the museum. This is a space for you to drop by and add your thoughts, questions, anecdotes and poetic responses. We’re interested in what themes you would like to explore with us and which elements of your own ‘natural world’ are fascinating, you’re welcome to leave photographs and drawings in the space. All of these will help us to shape our plans for the display and interpretation of the collection.
nature gallery Takeover
@DMNature #DMNature Follow the project progress on Twitter. Share your facts, ideas and sightings with us.
Wednesday 16 April 11am-4pm Museum & Art Gallery An opportunity to saturate the Nature Gallery Project Lab with your questions and comments; the entire space is yours to play with! We’ll be there to discuss our plans and talk with you about some of the stars of our collection. Suitable for families
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things to do easter
Re:Make 3rd April 3-9pm 4th April 1-5pm 5th April 1-5pm 6th April 11am-3pm The Silk Mill Come and help us Re:Make the Museum! Help us to continue to make furniture and fittings for the space. Free, no need to book. Suitable for all
Talk with The Friends of Derby Museums Thursday 3 April 7.30pm Museum & Art Gallery
Hatched! Easter Holiday Egg Trail 12-21 April Museum & Art Gallery Take part in our egg-citing trail! Do you know which animals hatch out of eggs? Follow our trail and find out. Collect a trail from reception and when you have completed it, we will award you a chocolate egg prize! 50p per child Suitable for families
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The life and working of a 15th Century mill a talk on Stainsby Mill by Sonia Preece. Free, no need to book. Suitable for adults
Museum interventions exhibition
Just hatched! The Animal roadshow
5 April to 30 May 2014 Museum & Art Gallery
Wednesday 16 April 10am-3pm Museum & Art Gallery
New work by 2nd year BA(Hons) Fine Art students from the University of Derby in response to the permanent collection on display at the Museum. Suitable for all
Yummy Bunnies
Come along and meet animals which hatch out of eggs! Take part in seasonal crafts and activities too. Shows every half an hour from 10am-2.30pm Tickets available on the day for The Animal Roadshow.
Saturday 12 April 10am-12noon and 1-3pm Pickford’s House Make a cute Easter bunny with a treat in its tummy! 50p, includes chocolate egg Suitable for families
easter eggspress Bonnets Tuesday 15 April 10am-12noon and 1-3pm Pickford’s House Chug along and make an egg-citing helter-skeltertrain-track-hat or a beautiful blossoming Easter bonnet! Free, no need to book. Suitable for families
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Eggstatic Easter Cards Thursday 17 April 10am-12noon and 1-3pm Pickford’s House You shell have fun at our eggstravaganza making pop-up Easter cards Free, no need to book. Suitable for families
Easter Window Decorations Saturday 19 April 10am-12noon and 1-3pm Pickford’s House Create Easter-themed decorations to adorn your windows. Free, no need to book. Suitable for families
Easter Eggstravaganza Good Friday 18 April 10am-3pm Museum & Art Gallery Join us for Easter fun – fabulous face painting, craft activities and story-telling. Free, no need to book. Suitable for families
Easter Baskets Saturday 19 April 10am-3pm Museum & Art Gallery Make an Easter basket to hold all your Easter treats! Free, no need to book. Suitable for families
Make and Take! Sunday 20 April 11am-2pm The Silk Mill Drop in and enjoy a making workshop which is fun for all the family and take your ‘make’ home! Free, no need to book. Suitable for families Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult
Spring Chicks Tuesday 22 April 10am-12noon, 1-3pm Pickford’s House Pop to Pickford’s to produce a perfect pecking chick! Free, no need to book. Suitable for families
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George and the Dragon Wednesday 23 April 10am-3pm Performances at 1.30pm, 2.30pm and 3.30pm Museum & Art Gallery Celebrate St George’s Day by making mini-dragons or your own creative crowns! PLUS performing story teller Sophie Snell will be with us to bring tall tales of dragons to life. Free, no need to book. Suitable for families
Feed the Birds
Butterflies & Mini-Beasts
Object stories
Thursday 24 April 11am-3pm Museum & Art Gallery
Friday 25 April 10am-3pm Museum & Art Gallery
Friday 25 April 2pm-2.30pm The Silk Mill
Make a bird feeder to take home, and learn how you can encourage wildlife into your garden with the RSPB.
Find out all about mini-beasts in our Natural History Gallery and make friends with our very own stick insects. Have a go at making your own mini beast to take home!
Discover how objects on display at The Silk Mill fit into the amazing story of making in Derby.
Free, no need to book. Suitable for families
Free, no need to book.
Midland railway Open
Suitable for families
Thursday 24 April 3-6pm The Silk Mill
learn to knit Together
Back by popular demand! See the Model Railway in action at The Silk Mill.
Friday 25 April 1-4pm Pickford’s House
Free, no need to book.
Come and learn to knit with mum or dad! We will teach you the basics knitting and provide you with a simple pattern to take home.
Suitable for families
Free. Booking essential. Telephone 01332 715181.
Free, no need to book. Suitable for families
Make and Take! Sunday 27 April 11am-2pm The Silk Mill Drop in and enjoy a making workshop which is fun for all the family and take your ‘make’ home! Free, no need to book. Suitable for families Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult
Suitable for families
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things to do spring
Walk with The Friends of Derby Museums Sunday 11 May 2pm Join Maxwell Craven for a Georgian inspired walk. Meet at the Museum. Free, no need to book. Suitable for adults
Museums at Night: Derby Makers Thursday 15 May 6-9pm The Silk Mill Join the Derby Makers for a night of making, tinkering and hacking. Free, no need to book. Suitable for all
Curious about Curation Saturday 17 May 1-4pm The Silk Mill Get hands on to help us document, photograph and clean museum objects, and get them ready for display. Free, no need to book. Suitable for families
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Georgian Theatres Wright Inspired
Pretty Patterns Wright Inspired
Fabulous Fans Wright Inspired
Tuesday 27 May 10am-12noon and 1-3pm Pickford’s House
Thursday 29 May 10am-12noon and 1-3pm Pickford’s House
Friday 30 May 10am-3pm Museum & Art Gallery
Make your own mini 18th Century card theatre inspired by our collection.
A Georgian-inspired print workshop using hand-made blocks on fabric to create your own unique design.
Decorate a paper fan with your own designs – flowers, landscapes, maps, insects.
Free, no need to book.
Suitable for families
Free, no need to book. Suitable for families
Suitable for families
Free, no need to book.
Spring into Action Wednesday 28 May 10am-12noon and 1-3pm Pickford’s House Plant a seedling and get ready for spring! Free, no need to book. Suitable for families
RSPB at the Museum Wednesday 28 May 11am-3pm Museum & Art Gallery Join the RSPB to take part in nature-themed crafts and learn about native wildlife. Free, no need to book. Suitable for families
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Jewelled georgian pots Wright inspired
Decorative Wrist Bands Wright inspired
Friday 30 May 10am-12noon and 1-3pm Pickford’s House
Saturday 31 May 10am-3pm Museum & Art Gallery
Make craft y paper creations with an 18th Century theme.
Create a painting adorned wrist band just like the one Sarah Carver wears in the Joseph Wright painting!
Free, no need to book. Suitable for families
Free, no need to book.
Curious about Curation Sunday 8 June 11am – 2pm The Silk Mill Get hands on to help us document, photograph and clean museum objects, and get them ready for display. Free, no need to book. Suitable for families
Suitable for families
Object stories Friday 30 May 2-2.30pm The Silk Mill Discover how objects on display at The Silk Mill fit into the amazing story of making in Derby. Free, no need to book. Suitable for families
Marvellous Moustaches performance: The lunar Men Wright inspired
Saturday 14 June 10am-12noon and 1-3pm Pickford’s House
Sunday 1 June 2-4pm Museum & Art Gallery
Take inspiration from history and make elaborate false moustaches – the perfect gift for Father’s Day!
Sarah Matthews and Maria Whatton bring Joseph Wright’s paintings vividly to life in this celebration of friendship, collaboration, art, science, and wonder. The story interweaves comic folk tales, storytelling with responsive music and song. £5. To book, call in to the Museum and Art Gallery or telephone 01332 641901 Suitable for adults and young people over 14.
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Free, no need to book. Suitable for families
Object identification and Valuation Day Saturday 7 June 11am-4pm Museum & Art Gallery Charles Hanson of BBC’s Antiques Road Trip and Bargain Hunt along with our Museum staff and experts from Hanson’s Auctioneers will be on hand to identify and value your own treasures and objects.
Creativity on parade Wright inspired
lost Boys productions present: Joseph Wright Murder Mystery Wright inspired
Saturday 21 June 11am-12noon Museum & Art Gallery
Friday 13 June 7-9pm Museum & Art Gallery
A celebratory promenade showcasing dressmaking, textiles, art and jewellery created in Adult Learning Service workshops.
Join us for a theatrical interactive evening to help unravel the sinister stories behind Wright’s work.
In partnership with Derby Adult Learning Service
Suitable for all
£14 when booked at the Museum. Additional £1.49 fee when purchased via www.derbymuseums. eventbrite.co.uk
Make your Father’s Day!
Walk: Discovering georgian Derby Wright inspired
Suitable for 14+ (Under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult)
Sunday 15 June 12-2pm The Silk Mill
Tuesday 24 June 1-3pm Museum & Art Gallery
Bring your Dad and your laptop along to this workshop and have a go at making your own laser cut gift for Father’s Day!
Join us for a 2 hour stroll to explore 18th Century Derby. In partnership with Enjoying Derby.
Free, no need to book.
Free, no need to book.
Suitable for all.
£5. Book on www.derbymuseums. eventbrite.co.uk Suitable for families Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult
£3, under 12s free. To book, call in to the Museum and Art Gallery or telephone 01332 641901. Suitable for all
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unDer 5’S FriDAY Museum & Art Gallery FREE Every Friday morning from 10-11.30am in term time we run an event for children aged between 2 and 5 years old, along with their parents and carers. It’s a great place to meet, have fun and learn together. Activities include stories, crafts, trails, songs, object handling and colouring with a different theme each week. Friday 4 April Friday 11 April Friday 2 May Friday 9 May Friday 16 May Friday 23 May Friday 6 June Friday 13 June Friday 20 June Friday 27 June
Fir Cone Friends Hickory Dickory Dock! Caterpillars and Butterflies Soldier, Soldier Prickly Hedgehogs Birds of a Feather Run Rabbit Run Teddy Time! Sun and Moon Summer Flowers
WriTe WITH DerBY MuseuMs pM poets
Derwent Writers
Derbyshire scriptwriters
Tuesday: 8 April, 29 April, 13 May and 10 June 1.30-3.30pm Museum & Art Gallery
Thursday: 3 April, 1 May and 5 June 1-3pm Museum & Art Gallery
Sunday: 6 April, 4 May and 1 June 2-4pm Museum & Art Gallery
Contact: 01332 382683 ken_hewitt@hotmail.co.uk
Contact: 01332 600553
Contact:
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info@derbyshirescriptwriters.com
taster workshops for adults In partnership with Derby Adult Learning Service Free but booking essential. To book, telephone 01332 717900 or email enquiries@derbyals.org
Life Drawing Wright Inspired Wednesday 25 June 10.30am–1pm Museum & Art Gallery Join Alexandra Koufali to create sketches observed from a life model. A unique opportunity to draw in an inspirational environment.
Rosettes and Buttons Wright Inspired Friday 27 June 10.30am-12.30pm Museum & Art Gallery Join Philippa Larkam and Jeni Smith to create beautiful fabric rosettes and buttons inspired by the costumes in Wright’s paintings. All materials are included and tools provided.
Vintage Crafts Friday 27 June 1-3pm Museum & Art Gallery Philippa Larkam will lead a session based on the traditional craft of pompom-making, adding a twist to create flowers. All materials are included and tools provided.
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at a gl ance April Thursday 3 April Re:Make
3-9pm
The Silk Mill
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Thursday 3 April
Talk
7.30pm
Museum & AG
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Friday 4 April
Under 5’s Friday
10-11.30am
Museum & AG
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Friday 4 April Re:Make
1-5pm
The Silk Mill
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Saturday 6 April Re:Make
1-5pm
The Silk Mill
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Friday 11 April
Under 5’s Friday
10-11.30am
Museum & AG
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Saturday 12 April
Yummy Bunnies
10am-12/1-3pm Pickford’s House
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Saturday 12 April
Furniture Making
10am-5pm
The Silk Mill
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The Silk Mill
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Sunday 13 April
10am-4pm
Sunday 13 April Laser Lab Workshop
12noon-2pm
Tuesday 15 April Eggspress Bonnets
10am-12/1-3pm Pickford’s House
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Wednesday 16 April
Animal Roadshow
10am-3pm
Museum & AG
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Wednesday 16 April
Nature Takeover
11am-4pm
Museum & AG
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Thursday 17 April Eggstatic Cards
10am-12/1-3pm Pickford’s House
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Friday 18 April
Easter Eggstravaganza
10am-3pm
Museum & AG
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Saturday 19 April
Easter Baskets
10am-3pm
Museum & AG
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Saturday 19 April
Easter Windows
10am-3pm
Museum & AG
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Saturday 19 April Holy Smokes!
6pm-midnight
The Silk Mill
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Sunday 20 April
11am-2pm
The Silk Mill
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Make and Take!
Tuesday 22 April Spring Chicks
10am-12/1-3pm Pickford’s House
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Wednesday 23 April George and the Dragon 10am-3pm
Museum & AG
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Thursday 24 April
Feed the Birds
11am-3pm
Museum & AG
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Thursday 24 April
Midland Railway
3-6pm
The Silk Mill
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Friday 25 April
Mini-Beasts
10am-3pm
Museum & AG
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Friday 25 April Knit Together
1-4pm Pickford’s House
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Friday 25 April
2-2.30pm
The Silk Mill
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Saturday 26 April Silk Mill Lockout
11am-3pm
The Silk Mill
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Sunday 27 April
11am-2pm
The Silk Mill
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Object Stories
Make and Take!
May Friday 2 May
Under 5’s Friday
10-11.30am
Museum & AG
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Friday 9 May
Under 5’s Friday
10-11.30am
Museum & AG
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Sunday 11 May
Walk
2pm
Museum & AG
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Thursday 15 May
Museums at night
6-9pm
The silk Mill
Friday 16 May
Under 5’s Friday
10-11.30am
Museum & AG
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saturday 17 May
Curious Curation
1-4pm
The silk Mill
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Friday 23 May
Under 5’s Friday
10-11.30am
Museum & AG
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Saturday 24 May
Joseph Wright
10am-3pm
Museum & AG
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Tuesday 27 May
georgian Theatres
10am-12/1-3pm
pickford’s house
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Wednesday 28 May
spring into Action
10am-12/1-3pm
pickford’s house
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Wednesday 28 May
RSPB at the Museum
11am-3pm
Museum & AG
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Thursday 29 May
pretty patterns
10am-12/1-3pm
pickford’s house
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Thursday 29 May
steam into 175
3-6pm
The silk Mill
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Friday 30 May
Fabulous Fans
10am-3pm
Museum & AG
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Friday 30 May
georgian pots
10am-12/1-3pm
pickford’s house
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Friday 30 May
Object stories
2-2.30pm
The silk Mill
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Saturday 31 May
Wrist Bands
10am-3pm
Museum & AG
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June Sunday 1 June
The Lunar Men
10am-3pm
Museum & AG
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Friday 6 June
Under 5’s Friday
10-11.30am
Museum & AG
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Saturday 7 June
Identification Day
11am-4pm
Museum & AG
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Sunday 8 June
Guided Tour
11am-12noon
Museum & AG
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sunday 8 June
Curious Curation
11am-2pm
The silk Mill
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Friday 13 June
Under 5’s Friday
10-11.30am
Museum & AG
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Friday 13 June
Murder Mystery
7-9pm
Museum & AG
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saturday 14 June
Moustaches
10am-12/1-3pm
pickford’s house
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sunday 15 June
Father’s Day
12-2pm
The silk Mill
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Friday 20 June
Under 5’s Friday
10-11.30am
Museum & AG
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Saturday 21 June
Creativity on Parade
11am-12noon
Museum & AG
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saturday 21 June
Open Make
1-5pm
The silk Mill
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Tuesday 24 June
Walk
1-3pm
Museum & AG
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Wednesday 25 June
Life Drawing
10.30am-1pm
Museum & AG
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Friday 27 June
Under 5’s Friday
10-11.30am
Museum & AG
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Friday 27 June
Rosettes and Buttons
10.30am-12.30pm
Museum & AG
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Friday 27 June
Vintage Crafts
1-3pm
Museum & AG
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Saturday 28 June
Talk
11am-12noon
Museum & AG
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Saturday 28 June
Talk
1-2pm
Museum & AG
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saturday 28 June
DerwentWise
1-5pm
The silk Mill
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Saturday 28 June
Guided Tour
3-4pm
Museum & AG
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Sunday 29 June
Talk
11am-12noon
Museum & AG
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Donate Text ‘DMTR10 £10’ to 70070 to donate £10 By cheque made payable to Derby Museums and send to -Museum & Art Gallery, The Strand, Derby, DE1 1BS Using the Just Giving website www.justgiving.com/derbymuseums When you visit us donate in one of our collection boxes. Visit our shop and make a purchase. Volunteer your free time - Email info@derbymuseums.org
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Other funders, Supporters and Partners: The Paul Mellon Centre for Studies in British Art, The Friends of Derby Museums and Art Gallery, Happy Museums, Derby Makers, The Holburne Museum, Furthest from the Sea, Holy Smokes!, Hansons Auctioneers, Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site and Derby Adult Learning Service.
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