Our Creative Network session is back with a twist - network against the backdrop of Derby's Historical Art at the Joseph Wright exhibition.
Creative Network: Joseph Wright Edition!
Date & Time: 28th July, 2026 at 4:00 PM (BST)
Venue: Derby Museum & Art Gallery
Hello Creative! Whether you are new to the network or a returning member, we warmly welcome you to explore, network, and get involved at our Creative Network meet-up events.
This is your chance to discover what we do at Culture Derby and learn about the opportunities available to creatives in Derby. It is also an excellent opportunity to meet like-minded individuals and have your voice heard in a space where meaningful change can happen.
This special edition is hosted at Derby Museum & Art Gallery, where you will network among the inspiring backdrop of The Joseph Wright Exhibition, showcasing one of Derby's historical artists.
Good to know
Highlights
- 2 hours
- In person
Location
Derby Museum & Art Gallery
The Strand
Derby DE1 1BS
How do you want to get there?

Agenda
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Arrivals and Welcome Talk from Culture Derby - meet us in the café.
We welcome you into the space, introducing ourselves and the agenda for the evening. There will be soft drinks, tea and coffees provided by us for the first hour and the cafe/ bar will be open
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Opportunities, Call Outs and Updates
This is a space to hear about what you could get involved in. We have some art related opportunities - in perfect theme with the night - and space related call outs. We will also be opening the space for guests to shout out their opportunities and updates.
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Joseph Wright Exhibition - Explore and Network
For the last hour, we will head upstairs to view the exhibition and open the space for networking and inspired discussions. The last 30 minutes of the evening will be opening the floor to you all for our 'Get on Your Soap Box' segment where you get to shout about all the wonderful projects and work you are doing. Let people know who you are, what you do and how they could get involved or support you.