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What's on

  • Eonarium: Enlightenment

    Leeds City Museum
    Thu 3 Jul 12:00 - Sun 21 Sep 19:00
    Eonarium Enlightenment is an enchanting sound and light show based on Vivaldi's 'Four Seasons'More…
    Leeds City Museum
    Thu 3 Jul
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    Sun 21 Sep
    From 12:00
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  • Tiny Tigers

    Leeds City Museum
    Fri 4 Jul - Fri 29 Aug
    Join us for fun, messy craft sessions for under 5s and their carers.More…
    Leeds City Museum
    Fri 4 Jul
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    Fri 29 Aug
    Give What You Can

  • Sociable History Club

    Leeds City Museum
    Fri 4 Jul - Fri 5 Sep
    Sociable History Club is our monthly talks series for adults with guest speakers and a different theme each time.More…
    Leeds City Museum
    Fri 4 Jul
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    Fri 5 Sep
    Give What You Can

Discover our stories   All news and blogs

News | Museums give city economy multi-million pound boost

The city’s council-run museums and galleries have given a massive £47.3m boost to the local economy over the past year, new figures have revealed.

News | Call to help support city’s museums though new donation scheme

Council-run museums and galleries in Leeds are launching a new donation scheme enabling visitors to support some of the city’s most popular cultural gems.

News | Grisly gadget is sure to get museum visitors talking

A gruesome contraption used centuries ago as a brutal punishment for gossiping has gone on display in Leeds.

News | Living with Death receives special commendation

Leeds City Museum's Living with Death exhibition received was highly commended at Museums and Heritage Awards 2025.

News | Hop inside Miffy’s world as museum celebrates iconic character’s birthday

One of the world’s most beloved bunnies has hopped into Leeds City Museum this week, inviting visitors to celebrate a very special birthday.

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