Derby Museums What's On April-June 2014

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What’s On

April - June 2014

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The Joseph Wright institute page 4

exhibition: Joseph Wright of Derby:Bath and Beyond page 6

exhibition: Wright inspired page 8

Talks: Wright inspired page 9

The silk Mill: events pages 10-12

nature gallery project lab page 13

Things to Do: easter page 14-17

Things to Do: spring page 18-21

under 5’s, Workshops and more pages 22-23

At a glance and information page 24-27

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Welcome to Derby Museums! I am delighted to be penning my fi rst introducti on since becoming Exceuti ve Director.

This spring there will be a fl urry of acti vity in our museum sites, principally the opening of the Joseph Wright Insti tute at the Museum and Art Gallery. The Study Centre will give easy access to all the works we hold by Derby’s most famous arti sti c son. To coincide with this we are hosti ng the exhibiti on Joseph Wright of Derby: Bath and Beyond, a selecti on of works painted during his sojourn in the West Country. The show features works from Tate, the Nati onal Gallery, the Briti sh Museum and Fitzwilliam Museum Cambridge.

At the Silk Mill the response to the Re:Make project has been brilliant. We have a phalanx of citi zen curators. These are members of the public designing and making fi xtures and fi tti ngs, selecti ng objects for display and creati ng new stories for the industrial history of the city. As well as conti nuing the making, there will be the opportunity to use the fully equipped workshop, learning skills such as laser cutti ng, 3D printi ng and metalwork on our Re:Make Skills Workshops. We’re also opening a small café in the Museum and Art Gallery in the delightf ul 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 inviti ng 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 diff erently.

I look forward to seeing you at Derby Museums in the future. You can also follow me on Twitt er @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 2014Museum & Art GalleryFREE

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

10am-3pmFree, no need to book.

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!

Suitable for families

Walk

2pm-3.30pm£3, under 12’s free.

Join Head of Museums Jonathan Wallis to explore Joseph Wright’s Derby. An easy 2 mile walk on city footpaths with no gradients.

£3, under 12’s free.Booking recommended. Call 01629 536831 before 4pm on Friday 16 May.

gallery Tour

11am-12noonFree, no need to book.

Discover the Joseph Wright of Derby: Bath and Beyond exhibition and find out how you can getting involved with the Joseph Wright Institute.

Suitable for adults

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JOseph WrighT OF DerBY: BATh AnD BeYOnD

24 May - 31 August 2014The Joseph Wright Insti tute Museum & Art GalleryFREE

Joseph Wright ‘of Derby’ (1734-1797) lived and worked in Bath between November 1775 and June 1777. This brief and litt le-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 arti sts, musicians, writers, business people and scienti sts living and working in the Georgian spa town and present for the fi rst ti me a comprehensive view of his life and work during those eighteen months. The exhibiti on and accompanying catalogue will also go ‘beyond’ to examine the eff ect of his ti me in Bath and his travels in Italy on Wright’s later work.

The exhibiti on has been produced in partnership with The Holburne Museum, Bath. Lenders include the Nati onal Gallery, Tate, the Briti sh Museum, the Walker Art Gallery and the Fitzwilliam Museum.

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Praise for the exhibiti on at the Holburne Museum:‘a cracking show about a fascinati ng painter’ (Richard Dorment, The Telegraph)‘quirkily fascinati ng’ (Rachel Campbell-Johnston, The Times)‘a superb show’ (Marti n Oldham, Apollo Magazine)‘revelatory’ (Mark Brown, The Guardian)

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Wright inspired

saturday 24 May 11am-12noonsunday 8 June 11am–12noonsaturday 28 June 3-4pm

Discover the Joseph Wright of Derby: Bath and Beyond exhibiti on and Joseph Wright Insti tute.Suitable for adultsFree, no need to book, just drop in.

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WrighT inspireD

from 24 MayThe Joseph Wright Institute Museum & Art GalleryFREE

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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TAlksWright inspired

Talk: Joseph Wright in Bath

Saturday 28 June 11am–12 noonMuseum & 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 1–2pmMuseum & 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-12noonMuseum & 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 conti nuing on its mission to Re:Make the Museum with the help of a growing community of enthusiasti c makers and creators to Re:Imagine itself for the 21st Century. The ground fl oor space is gradually emerging with collecti on 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 fi nd out how to take part in this growing display, sign up for future events, acti viti es and workshops or simply relax with a coff ee and be reinspired.

holy smokes! presents BanquetSaturday 19 April6pm-midnight The Silk MIllJoin 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 collecti ve Holy Smokes! £5 on the doorSuitable for all

silk Mill lockout 180th Anniversary Saturday 26 April11am-3pm The Silk MillCome and discover the history of the Silk Mill Lockout and commemorate the 180th anniversary. A selecti on of objects will be on display relati ng to workers rights and trade union ephemera to mark this occasion.Free, no need to book.Suitable for families

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Visit the project blog and keep in touch with us on Twitt er.

@derbysilkmill#remakemuseumderbymuseums.org/remake

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steam into 175part of Derby 175Thursday 29 May 3pm-6pmThe Silk MillCome and celebrate 175 years of Derby’s rail industry. See the Model Railway in acti on, take a tour of the Midland Railway Study Centre and have a go at railway acti viti es.Free, no need to book.Suitable for families

Open Make part of Furthest from the sea FestivalSaturday 21 June1-5pmThe Silk MillGet involved in an array of making acti viti es at the Silk Mill led by local makers and arti sts, watch the Midland Model Railway in acti on and have a go at railway making acti viti es. Donati ons welcomeSuitable for families

DerwentWise launch eventpart of inspiring Derby WeekSaturday 28 June 1-5pmThe Silk MillTake 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 MillA community of like-minded people who meet to share ideas, skills and projects around making and ti nkering in the world’s fi rst factory. All welcome

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re:MAke WOrkshOps

introduction to Furniture Making Saturday 12 April 10am-5pm and Sunday 13 April 10am-4pmSaturday 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.ukBeginners level. Suitable for Adults

laser lab Workshop Sunday 13 April 12noon-2pmSunday 11 May 12noon-2pmLearn 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.ukBeginners level. Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult

introduction to MetalworkSaturday 3 May 10am-5pmLearn 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.ukBeginners level. Suitable for adults

3D print WorkshopSunday 25 May 12noon-2pmLearn 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.ukBeginners level. Under 12s should be accompanied by an adult

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The nATure gAllerYprOJeCT lAB

10 March - 27 April 2014Museum & Art Gallery

Our Natural History Collecti on is on the move and we’d love you to help shape our plans.

Next spring we will deliver a beauti ful and fascinati ng exhibiti on that profi les our natural history collecti on.We have mammals, birds, fi sh, rocks, minerals, insects and plant specimens to share and we are eager to ignite your delight and curiosity.

Throughout April you’ll fi nd the Nature Project Lab nestled in the heart of the museum. This is a space for you to drop by and add your thoughts, questi ons, anecdotes and poeti c responses. We’re interested in what themes you would like to explore with us and which elements of your own ‘natural world’ are fascinati ng, 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 interpretati on of the collecti on.

nature gallery Takeover

Wednesday 16 April11am-4pmMuseum & Art Gallery

An opportunity to saturate the Nature Gallery Project Lab with your questi ons and comments; the enti re 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 collecti on.

Suitable for families

Follow the project progress on Twitt er.Share your facts, ideas and sighti ngs with us.

@DMNature#DMNature

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Things TO DO

hatched! easter holiday egg Trail 12-21 April Museum & Art GalleryTake 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 childSuitable for families

eAsTer re:Make3rd April 3-9pm4th April 1-5pm 5th April 1-5pm 6th April 11am-3pmThe Silk MillCome 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 April7.30pmMuseum & Art Gallery 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

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Yummy Bunnies Saturday 12 April 10am-12noon and 1-3pmPickford’s HouseMake a cute Easter bunny with a treat in its tummy!50p, includes chocolate eggSuitable for families

easter eggspress Bonnets Tuesday 15 April 10am-12noon and 1-3pmPickford’s HouseChug along and make an egg-citi ng helter-skelter-train-track-hat or a beauti ful blossoming Easter bonnet!Free, no need to book.Suitable for families

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Museum interventionsexhibition5 April to 30 May 2014Museum & Art GalleryNew work by 2nd year BA(Hons) Fine Art students from the University of Derby in response to the permanent collecti on on display at the Museum. Suitable for all

Just hatched! The Animal roadshow

Wednesday 16 April 10am-3pmMuseum & Art Gallery

Come along and meet animals which hatch out of eggs! Take part in seasonal craft s and acti viti es too.

Shows every half an hour from 10am-2.30pm

Tickets available on the day for The Animal Roadshow.

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easter BasketsSaturday 19 April 10am-3pm Museum & Art GalleryMake an Easter basket to hold all your Easter treats! Free, no need to book. Suitable for families

Make and Take! Sunday 20 April 11am-2pmThe 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 familiesUnder 12s must be accompanied by an adult

easter Window DecorationsSaturday 19 April 10am-12noon and 1-3pmPickford’s House Create Easter-themed decorations to adorn your windows.Free, no need to book.Suitable for families

george and the DragonWednesday 23 April

10am-3pm Performances at 1.30pm,

2.30pm and 3.30pmMuseum & 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

spring Chicks Tuesday 22 April 10am-12noon, 1-3pmPickford’s HousePop to Pickford’s to produce a perfect pecking chick!Free, no need to book.Suitable for families

easter eggstravaganza Good Friday 18 April 10am-3pmMuseum & Art GalleryJoin us for Easter fun – fabulous face painting, craft activities and story-telling.Free, no need to book.Suitable for families

eggstatic easter Cards Thursday 17 April10am-12noon and 1-3pmPickford’s House You shell have fun at our eggstravaganza making pop-up Easter cards

Free, no need to book.Suitable for families

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Feed the BirdsThursday 24 April 11am-3pmMuseum & Art GalleryMake a bird feeder to take home, and learn how you can encourage wildlife into your garden with the RSPB.Free, no need to book.Suitable for families

Butterfl ies & Mini-BeastsFriday 25 April 10am-3pmMuseum & Art GalleryFind out all about mini-beasts in our Natural History Gallery and make friends with our very own sti ck insects. Have a go at making your own mini beast to take home!Free, no need to book.Suitable for familiesMidland railway Open

Thursday 24 April 3-6pmThe Silk Mill Back by popular demand! See the Model Railway in acti on at The Silk Mill. Free, no need to book.Suitable for families

learn to knit Together Friday 25 April 1-4pm Pickford’s HouseCome and learn to knit with mum or dad! We will teach you the basics knitti ng and provide you with a simple patt ern to take home. Free. Booking essenti al.Telephone 01332 715181.Suitable for families

Object stories

Friday 25 April2pm-2.30pmThe Silk Mill

Discover how objects on display at The Silk Mill fi t into the amazing story of making in Derby.

Free, no need to book.

Suitable for families

Make and Take!

Sunday 27 April 11am-2pmThe 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 familiesUnder 12s must be accompanied by an adult

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Things TO DO

spring

Curious about CurationSaturday 17 May1-4pmThe Silk MillGet 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

Walk with The Friends of Derby Museums Sunday 11 May2pmJoin 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 May6-9pmThe Silk MillJoin the Derby Makers for a night of making, tinkering and hacking. Free, no need to book.Suitable for all

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georgian Theatres Wright inspiredTuesday 27 May 10am-12noon and 1-3pmPickford’s HouseMake your own mini 18th Century card theatre inspired by our collection. Free, no need to book.Suitable for families

spring into ActionWednesday 28 May 10am-12noon and 1-3pmPickford’s HousePlant a seedling and get ready for spring!Free, no need to book.Suitable for families

rspB at the MuseumWednesday 28 May 11am-3pmMuseum & Art GalleryJoin the RSPB to take part in nature-themed crafts and learn about native wildlife.Free, no need to book.Suitable for families

pretty patternsWright inspiredThursday 29 May 10am-12noon and 1-3pmPickford’s HouseA Georgian-inspired print workshop using hand-made blocks on fabric to create your own unique design.Free, no need to book.Suitable for families

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Fabulous Fans Wright inspiredFriday 30 May 10am-3pmMuseum & Art GalleryDecorate a paper fan with your own designs – flowers, landscapes, maps, insects. Free, no need to book.Suitable for families

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performance: The lunar Men Wright inspiredSunday 1 June2-4pmMuseum & Art GallerySarah Matt hews and Maria Whatt on bring Joseph Wright’s painti ngs vividly to life in this celebrati on of friendship, collaborati on, 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 641901Suitable for adults and young people over 14.

Marvellous Moustaches

Saturday 14 June 10am-12noon and 1-3pmPickford’s House

Take inspirati on from history and make elaborate false moustaches – the perfect gift for Father’s Day!

Free, no need to book.

Suitable for families

Curious about CurationSunday 8 June11am – 2pmThe Silk MillGet 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

Decorative Wrist Bands Wright inspiredSaturday 31 May 10am-3pmMuseum & Art GalleryCreate a painti ng adorned wrist band just like the one Sarah Carver wears in the Joseph Wright painti ng!Free, no need to book.Suitable for families

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Jewelled georgian pots Wright inspiredFriday 30 May 10am-12noon and 1-3pmPickford’s HouseMake craft y paper creati ons with an 18th Century theme.Free, no need to book.Suitable for families

Object stories Friday 30 May2-2.30pmThe Silk MillDiscover how objects on display at The Silk Mill fi t into the amazing story of making in Derby.Free, no need to book.Suitable for families

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Creativity on parade In partnership with Derby Adult Learning ServiceWright inspiredSaturday 21 June 11am-12noonMuseum & Art GalleryA celebratory promenade showcasing dressmaking, texti les, art and jewellery created in Adult Learning Service workshops. Free, no need to book.Suitable for all

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Walk: Discovering georgian Derby Wright inspiredTuesday 24 June 1-3pmMuseum & Art GalleryJoin us for a 2 hour stroll to explore 18th Century Derby. In partnership with Enjoying Derby.£3, under 12s free.To book, call in to the Museum and Art Gallery or telephone 01332 641901.Suitable for all

lost Boys productions present: Joseph Wright Murder Mystery Wright inspiredFriday 13 June7-9pmMuseum & Art GalleryJoin us for a theatrical interacti ve evening to help unravel the sinister stories behind Wright’s work. £14 when booked at the Museum. Additi onal £1.49 fee when purchased via www.derbymuseums.eventbrite.co.ukSuitable for 14+ (Under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult)

Object identifi cation and Valuation DaySaturday 7 June 11am-4pmMuseum & Art Gallery Charles Hanson of BBC’s Anti ques Road Trip and Bargain Hunt along with our Museum staff and experts from Hanson’s Aucti oneers will be on hand to identi fy and value your own treasures and objects.Free, no need to book. Suitable for all.

Make your Father’s Day!Sunday 15 June 12-2pmThe Silk Mill 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!£5. Book on www.derbymuseums.eventbrite.co.ukSuitable for familiesUnder 12s must be accompanied by an adult

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unDer 5’S FriDAY

Every Friday morning from 10-11.30am in term ti me 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. Acti viti es include stories, craft s, trails, songs, object handling and colouring with a diff erent theme each week.

Friday 4 April Fir Cone FriendsFriday 11 April Hickory Dickory Dock! Friday 2 May Caterpillars and Butt erfl ies Friday 9 May Soldier, SoldierFriday 16 May Prickly HedgehogsFriday 23 May Birds of a Feather Friday 6 June Run Rabbit Run Friday 13 June Teddy Time! Friday 20 June Sun and MoonFriday 27 June Summer Flowers

WriTe WITH DerBY MuseuMs

pM poets

Tuesday: 8 April, 29 April, 13 May and 10 June1.30-3.30pmMuseum & Art Gallery

Contact: 01332 382683ken_hewitt @hotmail.co.uk

Derwent Writers

Thursday: 3 April, 1 May and 5 June1-3pmMuseum & Art Gallery

Contact: 01332 600553

Derbyshire scriptwriters

Sunday: 6 April, 4 May and 1 June 2-4pmMuseum & Art Gallery

Contact: [email protected]

Museum & Art GalleryFREE

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life Drawing Wright inspired

Wednesday 25 June 10.30am–1pmMuseum & Art Gallery

Join Alexandra Koufali to create sketches observed from a life model. A unique opportunity to draw in an inspirational environment.

TAsTer WOrkshOps FOr ADulTs

in partnership with Derby Adult learning serviceFree but booking essential.To book, telephone 01332 717900 or email [email protected]

rosettes and Buttons Wright inspired

Friday 27 June 10.30am-12.30pmMuseum & 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 glAnCe

April

Thursday 3 April re:Make 3-9pm The silk Mill page 14

Friday 4 April re:Make 1-5pm The silk Mill page 14

saturday 6 April re:Make 1-5pm The silk Mill page 14

saturday 12 April Yummy Bunnies 10am-12/1-3pm pickford’s house page 15

Thursday 3 April Talk 7.30pm Museum & AG page 14

Tuesday 15 April eggspress Bonnets 10am-12/1-3pm pickford’s house page 15

Wednesday 16 April Animal Roadshow 10am-3pm Museum & AG page 15

Thursday 17 April eggstatic Cards 10am-12/1-3pm pickford’s house page 15

Friday 18 April easter eggstravaganza 10am-3pm Museum & AG page 16

Saturday 19 April Easter Baskets 10am-3pm Museum & AG page 16

Wednesday 16 April Nature Takeover 11am-4pm Museum & AG page 13

Saturday 19 April Easter Windows 10am-3pm Museum & AG page 16

saturday 19 April holy smokes! 6pm-midnight The silk Mill page 10

Tuesday 22 April spring Chicks 10am-12/1-3pm pickford’s house page 16

Wednesday 23 April george and the Dragon 10am-3pm Museum & AG page 16

Thursday 24 April Feed the Birds 11am-3pm Museum & AG page 16

sunday 20 April Make and Take! 11am-2pm The silk Mill page 16

Thursday 24 April Midland railway 3-6pm The silk Mill page 17

Friday 25 April Mini-Beasts 10am-3pm Museum & AG page 17

Friday 25 April Object stories 2-2.30pm The silk Mill page 17

saturday 26 April silk Mill lockout 11am-3pm The silk Mill page 10

sunday 27 April Make and Take! 11am-2pm The silk Mill page 17

Friday 25 April knit Together 1-4pm pickford’s house page 17

saturday 12 April Furniture Making 10am-5pm The silk Mill page 12

sunday 13 April 10am-4pm

sunday 13 April laser lab Workshop 12noon-2pm The silk Mill page 12

Friday 4 April Under 5’s Friday 10-11.30am Museum & AG page 22

Friday 11 April Under 5’s Friday 10-11.30am Museum & AG page 22

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May

Sunday 11 May Walk 2pm Museum & AG page 18

saturday 17 May Curious Curation 1-4pm The silk Mill page 18

Saturday 24 May Joseph Wright 10am-3pm Museum & AG page 3

Tuesday 27 May georgian Theatres 10am-12/1-3pm pickford’s house page 19

Thursday 15 May Museums at night 6-9pm The silk Mill page 18

Wednesday 28 May spring into Action 10am-12/1-3pm pickford’s house page 19

Thursday 29 May pretty patterns 10am-12/1-3pm pickford’s house page 19

Thursday 29 May steam into 175 3-6pm The silk Mill page 19

Wednesday 28 May RSPB at the Museum 11am-3pm Museum & AG page 19

Friday 2 May Under 5’s Friday 10-11.30am Museum & AG page 22

Friday 9 May Under 5’s Friday 10-11.30am Museum & AG page 22

Friday 16 May Under 5’s Friday 10-11.30am Museum & AG page 22

Friday 23 May Under 5’s Friday 10-11.30am Museum & AG page 22

Friday 30 May Fabulous Fans 10am-3pm Museum & AG page 19

Saturday 31 May Wrist Bands 10am-3pm Museum & AG page 19

Friday 30 May georgian pots 10am-12/1-3pm pickford’s house page 19

Friday 30 May Object stories 2-2.30pm The silk Mill page 19

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Saturday 28 June Talk 1-2pm Museum & AG page 21

Sunday 29 June Talk 11am-12noon Museum & AG page 21

Friday 27 June Rosettes and Buttons 10.30am-12.30pm Museum & AG page 23

saturday 28 June DerwentWise 1-5pm The silk Mill page 21

Friday 27 June Under 5’s Friday 10-11.30am Museum & AG page 22

Saturday 28 June Talk 11am-12noon Museum & AG page 21

Saturday 28 June Guided Tour 3-4pm Museum & AG page 21

Wednesday 25 June Life Drawing 10.30am-1pm Museum & AG page 23

Friday 27 June Vintage Crafts 1-3pm Museum & AG page 23

June

Sunday 8 June Guided Tour 11am-12noon Museum & AG page 6

saturday 14 June Moustaches 10am-12/1-3pm pickford’s house page 20

Friday 20 June Under 5’s Friday 10-11.30am Museum & AG page 22

sunday 8 June Curious Curation 11am-2pm The silk Mill page 20

Sunday 1 June The Lunar Men 10am-3pm Museum & AG page 20

Friday 6 June Under 5’s Friday 10-11.30am Museum & AG page 22

Friday 13 June Under 5’s Friday 10-11.30am Museum & AG page 22

sunday 15 June Father’s Day 12-2pm The silk Mill page 20

Saturday 21 June Creativity on Parade 11am-12noon Museum & AG page 20

saturday 21 June Open Make 1-5pm The silk Mill page 21

Tuesday 24 June Walk 1-3pm Museum & AG page 21

Friday 13 June Murder Mystery 7-9pm Museum & AG page 21

Saturday 7 June Identifi cation Day 11am-4pm Museum & AG page 20

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VisiT us FOr Free

suppOrT us

Museum & Art GalleryThe StrandDerbyDE1 1BS01332 641901

Opening TimesTuesday-Sunday10am-5pmBank Holiday Mondays10am-5pm

pickford’s house41 Friar GateDerbyDE1 1DA01332 641901

Opening TimesTuesday- Saturday 10am-5pmSunday1-4pm

The silk Mill Silk Mill LaneDerbyDE1 3AF01332 641901

Opening TimesThursday 3-9pmFriday 1-5pmSaturday 1-5pmSunday 11am-3pm

Derby Museums is a charitable trust and relies on funding and grants from organisati ons and donati ons from businesses and the general public. Thanks for your support!

Derby Museums Charity registrati on number - 1149710

Donate

Text ‘DMTR10 £10’ to 70070 to donate £10

By cheque made payable toDerby 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 collecti on boxes.

Visit our shop and make a purchase.

Volunteer your free ti me - Email [email protected]

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[email protected]

Main Funders:

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.

NEW!

SILK MILL SHOP

COMING SOON

Plus...look out for a

revived product range in

the Museum & Art

Gallery Shop.