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Previous exhibitions at QUAD

QUAD’s Artistic programme includes local, national and internationally significant exhibitions, commissions and residencies.

We showcase work by local artists and students from University of Derby and beyond alongside professional practice opportunities and mentoring support for early and mid-career artists. Our regular programme of educational and creative wellbeing-focused workshops complement a range of contextual talks and events throughout the year. QUAD’s programme includes FORMAT International Photography Festival, one of the UK’s leading festivals of photography and related media.

A year-round programme of innovative curated exhibitions and arts events
Free entry to our exhibitions
Regular open calls and residencies

Exhibition archive

Jubilee City – Derby Punk in the 1970s – QUAD Gallery

Fanzines, photos, badges, tickets, posters & other ephemera of Derby’s punk scene.

16th Mar 2024 - 30th Jun 2024

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Future Tense – Living The Future Now – QUAD Gallery

How are artists contemplating the future in this present moment?

16th Mar 2024 - 30th Jun 2024

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Future Now – QUAD Extra Gallery Spaces

An exhibition showcasing international artists as part of FORMAT24 Presents.

16th Mar 2024 - 30th Jun 2024

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FORMAT’s 20th Birthday Party

FORMAT International Photography Festival takes over QUAD to mark their 20th Anniversary.

16th Mar 2024

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Derbyshire Zine Library Drop-In Zine Making Workshop

Rummage, tear, cut, stick and assemble zines!

16th Mar 2024

Free Event

Workshops for Families & Young People

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Tracey Meek – [Isolation] Art Mail – QUAD Extra Gallery Spaces

Collectively sharing experiences through art, offering comfort in difficult times.

20th Jul 2024 - 01st Sep 2024

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PICTURING HIGH STREETS LEGACY PROJECT: Picturing Leicester – Extra Gallery Spaces

The Jamilia’s Legacy group selected relevant images to create this celebratory banner.

20th Jul 2024 - 01st Sep 2024

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John Whall – Passage To PlayLAND – QUAD Gallery

Two exciting interactive and family-friendly immersive installations.

20th Jul 2024 - 01st Sep 2024

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