Faces in Japanese Art
NewsTake a look at the many Japanese faces we have in our World Cultures collection, from dolls to theatre masks.Â
Dragon Ball Z comes to Leeds Museums & Galleries
NewsDiscover the history behind Japanese Anime favourite Dragon Ball Z, thanks to exciting acquisitions to our World Cultures collection.Â
Exploring the military cap badge collection
NewsOur cap badge collection contains almost 400 badges, each one with a fascinating history.
“Blind Alf” (Alfred Warrington Lodge)
NewsFind out more about Alfred Lodge, a well-known character on the streets of Leeds in the early 20th century.
Mystery Mug: the Jamaican connection
NewsWe shed light on a mysterious mug in the collection, thanks to recent research.
The Morley Brank or Scold’s Bridle
NewsDiscover the gruesome Morley Brank, a cruel device used to punish those who spoke out of turn as early as the 16th century.