Junction Arts
Art inspiring change
We are an award winning community arts charity, based in Derbyshire. Since 1976, we have developed and delivered engaging arts experiences within disadvantaged areas, to improve wellbeing, build confidence and skills, address inequality and inspire positive change.
Our Impact in 2021/22
44
Artists
We are dedicated to supporting local artists.
169
Workshops
Our workshops are created to enhance the wellbeing of our participants and provide high quality art experiences that aim to develop skills and inspire change.
3158
Engaged Participants
We develop accessible, enjoyable opportunities that are co-created with the participants – for the participants.
7185
Audience Members
Our projects to engage a wide audience. We believe that engaging in great art experiences can have impactful social benefits.
NEW! Chesterfield Children's Festival
Junction Arts is delighted to announce that this summer we are launching our first Chesterfield Children’s Festival, a free weekend of fun for families that will include music, theatre, storytelling, dance, and art workshops.
The two-day event, which is funded by Arts Council England, will celebrate the joy of childhood, imagination, and play. It will take place in Queen’s Park on the 29th and 30th of July, bringing colour and excitement to Chesterfield during the summer holidays.

“It’s always important to keep your hands and head busy!” – Derek
Derek’s Story
Derek has discovered an accessible place where he learns new skills, has met new friends and has found a sense of belonging within his community.
Our work
We deliver all of our work in communities and local spaces becoming embedded in the communities we serve. We deliver projects that are relevant and distinctive to participants, situation and place.
Our projects
We deliver all of our work in communities and local spaces becoming embedded in the communities we serve. We deliver projects that are relevant and distinctive to participants, situation and place.