Industrial & heritage museums in Derby

Royal Crown Derby houses the most comprehensive collection of Derby Porcelain to be seen anywhere in the world. It includes pieces from all three of the factories in our history. First, the Nottingham Road factory, which operated from about 1750 to 1848, then the King Street factory which arose out

Castle Donington Museum is a museum in Derby. The museum features exhibits related to Archives, Social History, Industry and Archaeology.

Visit Shardlow and its Heritage Centre for a fascinating insight into this 18th century canal transhipment port. Follow the village trail, on sale at the Heritage Centre. Shardlow Heritage Centre features exhibits related to Social History, Maritime, Archives, Costume and Textiles, Inland Waterways

The Derby Silk Mill, previously known as the Derby Industrial Museum, is a significant site of industry and history in Derby, England. It is situated on the former grounds of Lombe's Mill, a historic silk mill. This location is not only a testament to the city's rich industrial past but also a symbol of its transformation into a modern hub of culture and learning.