A Victorian dress on a mannequin in front of a picture frame of a woman wearing the dress

In The Picture: Objects in Focus

28 February - 31 December

Abbey House Museum

Discover iconic objects from Leeds Museums and Galleries collection paired with paintings and photographs of their history.

 

From outfits from wrestling 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.

 

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Be transported back to the 19th century and stroll the Victorian streets with the authentically recreated shops, pub and houses at Abbey House Museum. 

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