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PROJECTS
Women Who Make at Hardwick Hall Market Place Call Out
A Call for Makers, Stories and Shared Futures
Derbyshire Makes: Advanced Manufacturing Sector Conference
Bringing industry, education and young people together.
THINGAMABOB & the Great Chesterfield Make Off
This weekend Junction Arts will be transforming Chesterfield into a vibrant live immersive festival of creativity, showcasing heritage, making and artistic talent.
Women Who Make 2026 Programme
A growing space for connection, creativity and conversation.
Join Arkwirght Society in Cromford
Hear from one of our six brilliant hubs
The 2026 Festival Programme
Check out our full event listing and book now…
Heritage Building and Conservation Craft Skills Bursary
Derbyshire Makes History new bursary scheme
Meet the Artists of The Makory Tour 2026
The 2026 Makory Tour brings artists across Derbyshire to celebrate the county’s heritage of innovation through hands-on making.
Derbyshire Makes 2026 - Programme Announcement
This year’s festival is set to be bigger and better than ever. Mark your calendars, gather your family, and join the celebration of Derbyshire’s extraordinary art and heritage!
Derbyshire Makes Creative & Community Grant Awards
The first round of Derbyshire Makes Creative & Community Grants has been awarded, supporting artists, organisations and community groups to develop engaging projects across Derbyshire during 2026.
Derbyshire Makes History Heritage Grant Awards
The first round of Derbyshire Makes History Heritage Grants has been awarded, supporting organisations to develop heritage-focused projects across Derbyshire in 2026.
MAKE Room: Making Space for Nature, Community and Imagination
A short reflection on MAKE Room’s first chapter within Derbyshire Makes and the legacy it leaves behind.