EVENT
Making at the Museum - Make a Balance Machine
The Museum of Making | Derby
✂️Crafts & DIY Workshops
Event Details
Dates
Wed 21 Oct '26
Wed 28 Oct '26
Event runs in sessions
10:30 – 15:30
Location
The Museum of MakingType
Indoor
Prices
Free entry
About this event
Making at the Museum is part of the programme at Derby Museums.
Create your own piece of modern art. Join the facilitators to design and make your own balancing machine, inspired by the artists Alexander Calder and Bruno Munari.
What to expect:
- Wednesday 21 and Wednesday 28 October 2026, in two sittings: 10.30am-12.30pm and 1.30-3.30pm
- Drop-in session - no booking needed
- Suitable for families; all children must be supervised and accompanied by an adult
- "Free - suggested donation £3"
- Held at the Museum of Making in the old Derby Silk Mill, on the banks of the Derwent
- The River Kitchen cafe is on site
More Details
Booking
Walk-in
Arrival
Anytime
Parent Must Stay
Yes, required
Pricing
Free entry
Location
Get directionsExplore Derby's creative heritage through interactive exhibits, world-class art collections, and family-friendly activities at this award-winning museum complex.
What this place offers
ToiletsBaby changingFoodPushchair friendlyAccessible
Last updated: 7 Oct 2026
Frequently asked questions about Making at the Museum - Make a Balance Machine
Is Making at the Museum - Make a Balance Machine free to attend?
Yes, Making at the Museum - Make a Balance Machine is free to attend.
When does Making at the Museum - Make a Balance Machine take place?
Making at the Museum - Make a Balance Machine runs from Wednesday, 21 October 2026 to Wednesday, 28 October 2026.
Where is Making at the Museum - Make a Balance Machine held?
Making at the Museum - Make a Balance Machine is held at The Museum of Making in Derby.
Is Making at the Museum - Make a Balance Machine indoor or outdoor?
Making at the Museum - Make a Balance Machine is held indoors, so it's a great option whatever the weather.
