Join our exclusive group and help us to create world class cultural experiences for the people of Derby. 

Joining our Business Network is a great way to help us to create a vibrant community, demonstrate your commitment to education, cultural enrichment and building skills for the future, whilst enjoying the benefits of joining a network of like-minded professionals at our quarterly informal business events. 

Member benefits:

Networking: Invitations to four exclusive member networking events throughout the year including curator tours, brunches and social gatherings

Access: Behind the scenes tours and invitations to exhibition previews

Culture: Free admission to ticketed exhibitions with opportunities to see items not on public display and learn more about how Derby and Derbyshire’s rich history formed the vibrant city of today

Each membership covers up to two people to join Business Network events. Annual membership costs £1,000. Individual members are also welcome.

Our first events:

• Joseph Wright – In Conversation with Lucy Bamford, from 5:30 – 7:30pm on Wednesday 16 October 2024.
• Encountering Egypt – In Conversation with Dr Campbell Price, from 5:30-7:30pm on Wednesday 22 January 2025.
• Collection in Transit: Transforming the storage, care and use of the Science Museum Group Collection with Jack Kirby, from 5:30-7:30pm on Wednesday 23 April 2025.
• Ethical curation and rethinking the role of museums today with Dr Angela Stienne from 5:30-7:30pm on Wednesday 23 July 2025.

If you are interested in becoming a member, email Jennifer Cuadrado at jennifer@derbymuseums.org, or phone 01332 641901. If you wish to purchase a membership, please visit our online shop or set up your annual Direct Debit here

Headline sponsors: 

Current Members

We would like to thank the following members for joining our Network:

Fulton Partnership

Including our individual supporters:

• Brian Ashby
• Peter Cowley
• Ian and Sylvia Morgan

Your support is vital to us. Thank you.

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