Join the Derby Museums Friends

Becoming a Friend is a fantastic way to show your support for Derby Museums, and as a thank you, you will enjoy some great benefits which will help you get the most out of your museum.

We offer both Individual and Family memberships, so whether you want to take advantage of free entry to our series of Friends talks, or are looking for new ways to create and discover as a family, we have a membership package to suit what you love most about Derby Museums. A Friend membership also makes a great present for someone who enjoys visiting Derby Museums.

How to join 

You can become a member by visiting our online shop or by  picking up a leaflet from either the Museum and Art Gallery or Pickford’s House. If you would like to find out more about becoming a Friend, you can email us at  info@derbymuseums.org or call 01332 641901

     Individual Membership      £26  

• Events programme exclusive to our Friends including excursions and socials
• Free entry to our programme of ‘Friends talks’
• Quarterly newsletter, including regular articles and the latest news and information on upcoming events to keep you in the loop
• 10% discount in our café and shops

If you are aged 25 or under, you can enjoy these benefits for only £10! Come into the museums to complete a membership form. 

Individual + Guest  Membership                £31

With our Individual + Guest Membership you can receive all the same benefits as our Individual Membership, with the additional bonus of bringing someone along with you to any of our Friends events!

Family Membership                 £35

Covers 2 adults and up to 4 children under 16

• Advanced Notice for family events
• A Golden Ticket to a family event each year, providing you with free entry and the ability to skip those pesky queues!
• A Quarterly newsletter, including ‘Family Corner’, with competitions, updates on all our family events, and activities to keep little ones entertained!
• Free entry to our programme of ‘Friends talks’
• 10% discount in our café and shops

How your membership will help

As a registered charity, Derby Museums relies on the generosity of all our supporters to help keep the museums and our collections fantastic and free for everyone. That’s why every Friend is important to us. With your support, we can continue to create opportunities for lifelong learning and enjoyment.