Botanist’s spectacular collection revealed during night at the museum
Leeds City Museum News, NewsPrecious plants frozen in time by a blind botanist who identified specimens using his tongue will be explored during a special event in Leeds this week.
The work of famed 19th century collector John Grimshaw Wilkinson, a former grocer from…
Landmark day for Leeds as city welcomes His Majesty The King
Leeds Art Gallery News, NewsHis Majesty The King was welcomed to Leeds today for his first visit to the city since ascending to the throne.
Temple Newsam turns back time to celebrate centenary
News, Temple Newsam NewsA special celebration will see Temple Newsam roll back the years this weekend as the much-loved estate marks 100 years of belonging to the people of Leeds.
Polished display as house team spruces up city’s family silver
News, Temple Newsam NewsA dazzling array of stunning silver centrepieces are looking their beautiful best thanks to a polished performance from staff at a Leeds mansion.
Historic umbrella project is a brolly good show
Leeds Discovery Centre News, NewsA collection of beautiful umbrellas is being saved for a rainy day thanks to a painstaking conservation project.
More than 230 umbrellas and parasols housed at the Leeds Discovery Centre are being carefully documented and catalogued by students…
Museum’s new tiny treasure is small change
Leeds City Museum, Leeds City Museum News, NewsLeeds Museums & Galleries have acquired a tiny sceat which has been pierced to be used as a piece of jewellery.