When did Thomas Lombe secure a patent for his silk-throwing machinery?
Thomas Lombe secured a patent for his silk-throwing machinery in 1721. He built the Derby Silk Mill on the banks of the River Derwent to house these machines.
Questions about Derby Silk Mill
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What date did the site officially open as Derby’s Industrial Museum?
The site officially opened as Derby’s Industrial Museum on the 29th of November 1974. Visitors could walk through rooms filled with preserved machinery and historical artifacts.
On what date did the facility reopen under the new name of the Museum of Making?
The facility reopened under the new name of the Museum of Making on the 21st of May 2021. This transformation bridged the gap between past industrial achievements and future innovation.
Which award did the Museum of Making win in September 2021?
In September 2021 it won the National Construction News Awards on the category Project of the Year Under £25m. Five further awards followed from the Constructing Excellence East Midlands Awards.
When did Storm Babet cause significant damage to the site?
Storm Babet caused significant damage to the site in October 2023. The museum closed its doors until the 25th of January 2024 due to this weather event.