Have you ever wondered about the many collaborations behind the exhibitions, festivals, performances, and cultural activities happening across Derby? Some of the most interesting projects take shape when people from different fields come together, and our upcoming exhibition is an opportunity to discover some of these connections.
This November, Artcore looks forward to presenting The Creative Connected City, an exhibition exploring research collaborations between academics at the University of Derby and the city’s Creative and Cultural Industries.
Over the years, these partnerships have contributed to festivals, exhibitions, performances, and cultural programmes across Derby, while opening up new possibilities for research and community engagement. The exhibition offers an opportunity to discover these connections, understand how they have developed, and celebrate their wider impact within the city and beyond. Curated by Professor Ang Bartram, Associate Professor Dr Larissa Allwork, and Professor Alessio D’Angelo from the University of Derby, the exhibition features contributions from members of Derby’s creative and cultural sector, alongside new data visualisations by digital data mapper Dr Jakleen Al-Dalal’a.
We warmly invite you to visit and discover the people, partnerships, and creative work that continue to shape Derby’s cultural landscape.
Opening Preview: Friday, 27 November | 5:00pm – 7:00 PM
Exhibition: 28 November – 12 December 2026
Venue: Artcore Gallery, 8 Albert Street, Osnabruck Square, Derby DE1 2DS