From the wonder of Joseph Wright to fantastic porcelain, military, natural history, and world collections, there’s something new to discover that will arouse your curiosity and inspire your imagination every time you visit the Museum and Art Gallery!  

At the Museum and Art Gallery, the works of Joseph Wright of Derby are the crown jewels of the collections. Wright’s paintings and sketches embody a spirit of discovery, stimulated by the 18th century Enlightenment.

The Royal Lancers Museum is located within Derby Museum and Art Gallery, and is accredited in its own right. It displays the best objects associated with the regiment as an integrated part of The Soldiers Story gallery. This gallery also features material relating to the Sherwood Foresters and Derbyshire Yeomanry Regiments.

Derby Museums also host many fantastic family events throughout the year.