Give a gift this Christmas

Still looking for the perfect gift?

This festive season, why not treat yourself or your loved ones to a gift that does more? By purchasing one of these gifts, you will be supporting the future of Derby Museums, helping them to remain fantastic and free for future generations.  

Give the gift of membership

Joining the Friends is a great way for you to support Derby Museums. You will join a community of likeminded people whilst getting something in return. Enjoy free tickets to their Friends programme of events, as well as 10% discount in their shops and cafes. As a Friend you will also receive an exclusive newsletter, The Orrery. Prices start from £12 per year with Lifetime membership also available.

Buy a Bird

Every bird purchased helps keep their learning programmes running for children and families.

The birds are a highlight for many visitors to the Museum and Art Gallery, each bird celebrating someone or a moment in time. From £25, you can choose a bird to recognise a special person, remember a loved one, or to simply show your support for Derby Museums. A bird makes a great gift for a museum-goer or amateur ornithologist

Adopt an Object

Your adoption helps ensure the objects continue to be cared for and preserved for future generations. Did you know you can adopt one of the objects at Pickford’s House or the Museum of Making?

Choose from an array of quirky items. Perhaps a playful toy theatre, a brick for that ‘solid’ someone in your life or even a Blue John paperweight. There really is an object for everyone, all celebrating the fascinating history of Derby and Derbyshire. And imagine adopting an Edwardian toilet. We think this could be the talk of the Christmas dinner table!

Buy something beautiful from their shops

If you haven’t yet seen anything that takes your fancy, head on over to their Museums shops for their seasonal celebration of all things handcrafted – Let’s MAKE Christmas.

Let’s MAKE Christmas is a showcase of high-quality contemporary making, featuring stunning handcrafted pieces from local makers. With a rotating display of makers throughout the festive season, you’ll want to return again and again so you don’t miss anything! Shop a selection including homeware, jewellery, children’s games, decorations, stocking fillers and much more

Find out how to do all of these things here