In The Picture: Objects in Focus
From outfits from boxing heroine Sue Brittan, instruments and clothing from the 1850s, Leeds famous Burmantofts pottery and much more unique collection items and their stories.
You might discover a 1950s scooter, a dress worn at the 1937 coronation, or Mok the Gorilla – from London zoo.
Take the chance to see object from our collections that aren’t often on display.
More Events
Keeping our History Safe
25th November 2026 - 25th November 2026
Journey through the world of museum conservation with our expert conservator. Find out how they found their calling and discover the pitfalls of conserving over…
Festive Felt Christmas Decorations
26th November 2026 - 26th November 2026
Join us for this workshop making felt Christmas decorations at Abbey House Museum. Learn a new skill and make a unique and personal decoration to…
Dancing In The Victorian Street
28th November 2026 - 28th November 2026
Join in dancing on our Victorian Street as we lead into the festive period, with the Arbeau Dancers are a historical dance group covering approximately…
Festive Lino Printing
30th November 2026 - 30th November 2026
Join us for a relaxed introduction to lino printing at Abbey House Museum. This friendly 2 hour beginners’ workshop will explain the process and give…
Decorate The Tree
1st December 2026 - 1st December 2026
Get in the festive sprit with a relaxed morning decorating the Abbey House Museum Christmas tree. Immerse yourself in the Victorian Streets and festive music…
Christmas Rag Rug Wreath Workshop
3rd December 2026 - 3rd December 2026
Make a festive rag rug wreath from scrap fabric to take home. Be inspired by the Victorian craft of rag rugging to make a decorative…
Explore The Neighbourhood
Touch Tour of Sagarika Sundaram: Reservoir
Explore Henry Moore Institute’s exhibition Sagarika Sundaram: Reservoir in a tactile way on this tour designed specifically for blind and partially sighted people. You’ll have…
Learn MoreYue Qi
Praised by The Strad for “acute tonal sensitivity and vivid imagination”, we look forward to welcoming award-winning violist Yue Qi to Leeds. Following the success…
Learn MoreThe Peter Serafinowicz Live Show
Spend an evening inside the genius comedic mind of Peter Serafinowicz. Showcasing cutting edge face-swap technology – developed by Peter himself – the master impressionist…
Learn MoreWinter Holidays: Seasonal Sniffles
Did you know snot is made up of 95% water? Or that you can make up to 1 litre of mucus every day? Sneeze the…
Learn MoreMr. Blue Sky: The Out-of-This-World Tribute to ELO
Get ready for an electrifying, out-of-this-world tribute to the legendary sound of ELO – brought to life on stage with a sensational live band, complete…
Learn MoreMichael Akadiri: Don’t Call Me Uncle!
Following two hit UK tours, Biggest Award in Comedy nominee and resident (junior) Doctor, Michael Akadiri prescribes Leeds with a potent dose of his latest…
Learn MoreMOJO Bar
The original MOJO bar, which has blazed the trail for the Leeds independent bar scene since opening in 1996. A fantastic combination of New York…
Learn MoreOutlaws Yacht Club
A European style café/bar, exhibition space, record shop & creative hangout tucked away on New York Street in Leeds… We have an ever changing selection…
Learn MoreHern
Hern is a bistro located in Chapel Allerton, Leeds that prides itself on being product based by using all organic ingredients including a range of…
Learn MoreMowgli Leeds
One of our most popular northern homes, Mowgli Leeds received her fairy lights in 2020. She is full of trees, roped swings, and an amber…
Learn MoreThe Lost & Found – Leeds Club
A Victorian hideaway with a secret. We’re a Cocktail Bar & Restaurant open for Bottomless Brunch, Afternoon Tea, Lunch and Dinner. Pushing the boundaries of…
Learn MoreHunslet Community Hub and Library
Join for free and borrow books, eBooks, eAudio and more. We also provide help for people to get online and run events and activities for…
Learn MoreThe Sculpture Gallery
The Sculpture Gallery is an outstanding new gallery, of pure sculpture, showcasing the work, not only of the six Sculptors below, that own and run…
Learn MoreGarforth Community Hub and Library
Join for free and borrow books, eBooks, eAudio and more. We also provide help for people to get online and run events and activities for…
Learn MoreMoor Allerton Community Hub & Library
Join for free and borrow books, eBooks, eAudio and more. We also provide help for people to get online and run events and activities for…
Learn MoreYeadon Community Hub & Library
Join for free and borrow books, eBooks, eAudio and more. We also provide help for people to get online and run events and activities for…
Learn MoreInkwell Arts
Inkwell Arts is a creative wellbeing service from Leeds Mind. Linking creativity and mental wellbeing.
Learn MoreLeeds Beckett University The Rose Bowl
The Rose Bowl, Portland Way, Leeds Beckett University, Leeds, LS1 3HB
Learn MoreInkwell Arts
Inkwell Arts is a creative wellbeing service from Leeds Mind. Linking creativity and mental wellbeing.
Learn MoreAspire Leeds
Built in 1894 and located in an imposing and opulent styled building rich with historic interest in the heart of Leeds City Centre, Aspire is…
Learn MoreThe Loft (Re:establish)
The Loft is Re:establish’s dedicated creative, social and community space in the heart of Holbeck. Based within The Warehouse on Crosby Street, The Loft offers…
Learn MoreNexus – University of Leeds
Community is at the heart of what we do. We help high growth businesses make the right connections and access research, talent and facilities across…
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