Made in the Middle first launched in 1988, showcasing the best contemporary crafts being made in the East and West Midlands. It explores a wide range of craft processes, expertise, skills and thinking.
The exhibition plays an important role in raising the profile of individual artists and excellence in making. Touring to galleries and museums in the region it creates accessible opportunities to see and purchase work by regional artists.
In each version of Made in the Middle the work selected highlights current innovation and trends in craft. Always curated through an open selection process, artists are supported to show work which extends their interests and practice.
The next version of the exhibition will launch at Leicester Gallery on 25 January 2025.
Made in the Middle Tour (2025-26)
- Leicester Gallery, De Montfort University: 25 January – 22 March 2025
- Hub, Sleaford: 5 April – 6 July 2025
- Nuneaton Museum & Art Gallery: 27 September – 22 November 2025
- Midlands Art Centre, Birmingham: 14 February – 11 April 2026
Share your stories of everyday making
Deadline 31 October.
Visit the exhibition archive
Celebrating 30 years of Made in the Middle.
