*STEAM-POWERED MAKING DERBY SILK MILL MUSEUM OF MAKING #DSMMoM *Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Maths
NOV/ DEC
PROGRAMME
Reimagining Derby Silk Mill Museum of Making through a monthly programme of prototyping activities and workshops during 2016 and early 2017. Exploring ideas and approaches in the ‘Project Lab’ to help create an outstanding Museum of Making experience at the site of the world’s first factory. The Project Lab is open throughout 2016 and early 2017 on the following days: Thursday 3-9pm* Saturday 1-5pm* *These days are subject to change if we are catering for a specific event, please check the website before visiting.
See inside this leaflet for November/December's programme - come along and get involved!
WEDNESDAY 2ND NOVEMBER Prototyping the Museum Session 1: How might we design the museum spaces using the collection? 6-9pm Just drop in In this first session we will experiment with how we might create a variety of spaces using the collection itself. Can we make intimate and open, light and dark, secret and surprising spaces for the displays? We would love to see what spaces you would like to have in the Museum of Making! Please note the workshop will also be used to facilitate this session.
THURSDAY 3RD NOVEMBER Workshop Induction 4-6pm Book via our Eventbrite page www.derbymuseums.eventbrite.co.uk If you’re interested in getting involved in the manufacturing side of co-producing the museum, Workshop Supervisor Steve Smith will show you around and give you the initial training required.
SATURDAY 5TH NOVEMBER STEAM Tots 1-2.30pm Just drop in – suitable for 2-5 year olds and their grown ups! Brand new to The Silk Mill, this sensory exploration of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Maths has been designed for under 5s and their grown-ups to experience together. Play, make and learn together amongst our historic collections and help us shape a brand new under 5s programme for The Silk Mill. Young Roboteers 1.30-3.30pm – suitable for 10-15 year olds To apply please register your interest on our Eventbrite page www.derbymuseums.eventbrite.co.uk and we’ll send you an application form. Robots are taking over The Silk Mill! Work with Roboteers Debs and Si who’ve recently competed in the Robot Wars series to discover the history of robotics, learn the programming and coding skills, build robots and make them move! You don’t need any existing robotics knowledge just an enthusiasm for all things robotic!
Making the Museum of Making 1-5pm Book via our eventbrite page www.derbymuseums.eventbrite.co.uk Help us to make the Museum of Making! This is a great opportunity to learn new skills, use your hands and create something for the Museum of Making project. Our workshop supervisor Steve will guide you through the projects we can make together. You’ll just need to learn your way around workshops so book yourself on to one of our free inductions first! Model Railway Celebration 1-5pm Just drop in Join us for a celebration of the model railway and the volunteers who make its running and continued development possible. See the model railway in action for the final time before its return in the new Museum of Making in 2020. This is your chance to find out how the model railway is made and have a go yourself. A fitting send-off for our beloved railway!
THURSDAY 10TH NOVEMBER Prototyping the Museum of Making Session 2: How might we create a variety of different spaces for different collections? 3-9pm Just drop in In this second workshop we will be mocking-up prototype spaces that can enhance how we experience the different artefacts from the collection. We’d love to see what kinds of special spaces you can create inside and outside the museum! Please note the workshop will also be used to facilitate this session.
SATURDAY 12TH NOVEMBER
MONDAY 14TH NOVEMBER
Prototyping the Museum of Making Session 2: How might we create a variety of different spaces for different collections? 1-5pm Just drop in
Lunar 21: What Makes Good Decision Making? Doors: 5.30pm Start: 6pm Tickets on the door: £5 (£3 concessions) incl. refreshments
In this second workshop we will be mocking-up prototype spaces that can enhance how we experience the different artefacts from the collection. We’d love to see what kinds of special spaces you can create inside and outside the museum! Please note the workshop will also be used to facilitate this session. Young Roboteers 1.30-3.30pm – suitable for 10-15 year olds To apply please register your interest on our Eventbrite page www.derbymuseums.eventbrite.co.uk and we’ll send you an application form. Robots are taking over The Silk Mill! Work with Roboteers Debs and Si who’ve recently competed in the Robot Wars series to discover the history of robotics, learn the programming and coding skills, build robots and make them move! You don’t need any existing robotics knowledge, just an enthusiasm for all things robotic! Performing Prototypes aka The Maker Games; an assault course in problem solving 1.30-4.30pm Book via our Eventbrite page www.derbymuseums.eventbrite.co.uk Celebrating the creativity involved in problem solving as the seedbed of innovation, this fast-paced game devised by sci/art activist Lawrence Malloy invites people to participate together in teams, with opportunities for problem solving and hands-on making. Fun, exciting, inventive and serious at the same time, challenges will arise from Derby’s industrial heritage or fantastical futures to be prototyped here in the city. Workshop Induction 1-3pm Book via our Eventbrite page www.derbymuseums.eventbrite.co.uk If you’re interested in getting involved in the manufacturing side of co-producing the museum, Workshop Supervisor Steve Smith will show you around and give you the initial training required.
To reserve a place visit www.Lunar21.com or call Derby Museums on 01332 641 901 From recent events it is clear that the decisions we make can have profound long-term consequences whether to go to war, how to vote in a referendum, or choosing where to live. Can we learn from recent experience? Lizzie Paish D Hyp, MA Cantab, PGCE - Director, Change from Within Lizzie will explore how we, as individuals, make decisions. Iain Standen FRSA - CEO, Bletchley Park Trust Iain will explore how national and strategic decisions are made. Christine Cawthorne – Chief scribbler at Crocstar Christine will explore how social media is changing our decision-making behaviour. Then we will discuss the topic with our speakers and each other. For full event listings, plus information about speakers please visit www.derbymuseums.org
THURSDAY 17TH NOVEMBER Prototyping the Museum of Making Session 2: How might we create a variety of different spaces for different collections? 3-9pm Just drop in In this second workshop we will be mocking-up prototype spaces that can enhance how we experience the different artefacts from the collection. We’d love to see what kinds of special spaces you can create inside and outside the museum! Please note the workshop will also be used to facilitate this session.
SATURDAY 19TH NOVEMBER Meet the Maker: Katharine Childs 2-4pm Book via our eventbrite page www.derbymuseums.eventbrite.co.uk - Suitable for all Come along to The Silk Mill and meet Katharine Childs who enjoys digital making using the Raspberry Pi computer and controller boards such as the BBC micro:bit, Makey Makey and CodeBug. Katharine particularly enjoys making projects which are family-friendly, such as games, music and robots!
Making the Museum of Making 1-5pm Book via our eventbrite page www.derbymuseums.eventbrite.co.uk Help us to make the Museum of Making! This is a great opportunity to learn new skills, use your hands and create something for the Museum of Making project. Our workshop supervisor Steve will guide you through the projects we can make together. You’ll just need to learn your way around workshops so book yourself on to one of our free inductions first!
Young Roboteers 1.30-3.30pm – suitable for 10-15 year olds
WEDNESDAY 23RD NOVEMBER
To apply please register your interest on our Eventbrite page www.derbymuseums.eventbrite.co.uk and we’ll send you an application form.
Make Your Own 6-9pm Book via our eventbrite page www.derbymuseums.eventbrite.co.uk
Robots are taking over The Silk Mill! Work with Roboteers Debs and Si who’ve recently competed in the Robot Wars series to discover the history of robotics, learn the programming and coding skills, build robots and make them move! You don’t need any existing robotics knowledge, just an enthusiasm for all things robotic!
This is your chance to make your own projects in our workshops. Our workshop supervisor Steve and your fellow makers will be on hand to share their skills and ideas. Start something new or bring an old project.
THURSDAY 24TH NOVEMBER
SATURDAY 26TH NOVEMBER
Prototyping the Museum of Making Session 3: How might we select the materials for building the museum inside and out? 3-5pm Just drop in
Prototyping the Museum of Making Session 3: How might we select the materials for building the museum inside and out? 1-5pm Just drop in
This third workshop explores how the collection can inspire what materials the inside and outside spaces could be made of. Which materials do you like? Why do you like them? How can they be used to make displays and environments for the collection? What innovative materials might we consider? If you have some favourite materials bring samples with you to add to our materials library. We will share our favourite materials too!
This third workshop explores how the collection can inspire what materials the inside and outside spaces could be made of. Which materials do you like? Why do you like them? How can they be used to make displays and environments for the collection? What innovative materials might we consider? If you have some favourite materials bring samples with you to add to our materials library. We will share our favourite materials too!
Please note the workshop will also be used to facilitate this session.
Please note the workshop will also be used to facilitate this session.
Silk Mill Conversations: About Materials 6-8.30pm - Book via our eventbrite page www.derbymuseums.eventbrite.co.uk
Young Roboteers 1.30-3.30pm – suitable for 10-15 year olds
What do we need to consider when we think about materials for the Museum of Making? What are the materials of the future? How are people already designing for more sustainable uses and processes? Join us in conversation with modern-day innovators including Zoe Laughlin - Director of the Institute of Making and Materials Library Project; Kresse Wesling MBE – sustainability entrepreneur and co-founder of accessories brand Elvis & Kresse and Dean Jackson - owner and founder of triathlon clothing, wetsuit and accessories company HUUB.
To apply please register your interest on our Eventbrite page www.derbymuseums.eventbrite.co.uk and we’ll send you an application form. Robots are taking over The Silk Mill! Work with Roboteers Debs and Si who’ve recently competed in the Robot Wars series to discover the history of robotics, learn the programming and coding skills, build robots and make them move! You don’t need any existing robotics knowledge, just an enthusiasm for all things robotic!
THURSDAY 1ST DECEMBER
SATURDAY 3RD DECEMBER
Prototyping the Museum of Making Session 3: How might we select the materials for building the museum inside and out? 3-9pm Just drop in
STEAM Tots 1-2.30pm Just drop in – suitable for 2-5 year olds and their grown ups!
This third workshop explores how the collection can inspire what materials the inside and outside spaces could be made of. Which materials do you like? Why do you like them? How can they be used to make displays and environments for the collection? What innovative materials might we consider? If you have some favourite materials bring samples with you to add to our materials library. We will share our favourite materials too! Please note the workshop will also be used to facilitate this session.
Brand new to The Silk Mill, this sensory exploration of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Maths has been designed for under 5s and their grown-ups to experience together. Play, make and learn together amongst our historic collections and help us shape a brand new under 5s programme for The Silk Mill. Young Roboteers 1.30-3.30pm – suitable for 10-15 year olds To apply please register your interest on our Eventbrite page www.derbymuseums.eventbrite.co.uk and we’ll send you an application form. Robots are taking over The Silk Mill! Work with Roboteers Debs and Si who’ve recently competed in the Robot Wars series to discover the history of robotics, learn the programming and coding skills, build robots and make them move! You don’t need any existing robotics knowledge, just an enthusiasm for all things robotic! Making the Museum of Making 1-5pm Book via our eventbrite page www.derbymuseums.eventbrite.co.uk Help us to make the Museum of Making! This is a great opportunity to learn new skills, use your hands and create something for the Museum of Making project. Our workshop supervisor Steve will guide you through the projects we can make together. You’ll just need to learn your way around workshops so book yourself on to one of our free inductions first!
THURSDAY 8TH DECEMBER
THURSDAY 22ND DECEMBER
Prototyping the Museum Session 4: How might we refine the design of spaces by creating a full scale prototype? 3-9pm Just drop in
Make Your Own 3-9pm Book via our eventbrite page www.derbymuseums.eventbrite.co.uk
This fourth workshop is an opportunity to consider how design ideas can be developed and improved through prototyping at a full scale. Working with the Maker in Residence we will build together a full scale prototype of some of the spaces we have been developing in previous workshops – come along and get involved! Please note the workshop will also be used to facilitate this session. Making Time: Christmas Upcycling CHRISTMAS 2016 4-6pm Just drop in – Suitable for all Join us in the workshop and be inspired to transform off-cuts, spare parts, workshop bits and bobs and unused materials into beautiful Christmas decorations! Be inspired by the materials, shapes and forms to create something truly unique in this sustainable activity.
This is your chance to make your own projects in our workshops. Our workshop supervisor Steve and your fellow makers will be on hand to share their skills and ideas. Start something new or bring an old project.
SATURDAY 24TH DECEMBER Make Your Own 1-4pm Book via our eventbrite page www.derbymuseums.eventbrite.co.uk This is your chance to make your own projects in our workshops. Our workshop supervisor Steve and your fellow makers will be on hand to share their skills and ideas. Start something new or bring an old project.
DERBY SILK MILL MODEL RAILWAY Saturday 5th November sees the final running of our iconic model railway for the final time until its return in the new Museum of Making in 2020. The model railway will be joining us as we take the collections into temporary storage for the duration of the project. While there, we’ll be working on updating the railway and reimagining its relationship with the Midland Railway Study Centre. We’ve already started 3D scanning the railway to preserve its current layout. Be sure to check the Derby Silk Mill tumblr for future updates!
FIND OUT MORE
GET INVOLVED Our project theme “Made by the Makers of Today” is a primary focus for the coming months and years. We will be offering volunteer co-production opportunities that will excite and challenge everyone, developing our collective skills and enabling us to make the Museum of Making together. If you are interested in being part of our co-production programme MUSEUM – as an individual, family or as part of a community group, organisation or business; please email Gemma Hopkins - gemma@derbymuseums.org
Find information about upcoming events and activities via the Derby Museums website – www.derbymuseums.org BLOG: Since 2011, we have been documenting developments on our blog site – www.derbysilkmill.tumblr.com SOCIAL MEDIA: We regularly post updates on our twitter feed and facebook – follow us: @derbysilkmill #DSMMoM facebook.com/derbymuseums IN PERSON: The ground floor of The Silk Mill will be open every Thursday 3-9pm and Saturday 1-5pm throughout 2016 and early 2017 as a Project Lab come along and get involved! (These days are subject to change if we have a specific event, please check the website before visiting).