There is always something for families to enjoy together at Derby Museums. We ensure that our events and activities are suitable for the whole family, with creative opportunities to learn together and create memorable experiences in the museum and at home.

Derby Museums host a range free family drop in sessions throughout our school holidays. Take inspiration from our collections and exhibitions, join our facilitators to make and create your own art work:

• Pickford’s House – Join us every Tuesday 10.30 – 12.30 & 1.30 -3.30pm
• Museum of Making – Join us every Wednesday 10.30 – 12.30 & 1.30 -3.30pm
• Derby Museum and Art Gallery – Join us every Thursday 10.30 – 12.30 & 1.30 -3.30pm

Visit our What’s On page for all the latest family events and activities.

Derby Museums supports and responds to the Kids in Museums manifesto, a set of guidelines for museums, created with children, young people and families, ensuring that Derby Museums is a great place to visit. You can find out more about Kids in Museums here: https://kidsinmuseums.org.uk/what-we-do/manifesto/