Leeds played a key role in the story of film and we’re home to one of the smallest 1920s cinemas in the world. Come along to watch a film in our cosy 24 seat cinema.
Discover how Leeds helped to launch high street fashion through the work of pioneers including John Barran, Joseph Hepworth and Montague Burton.
Celebrating the creative industries in Leeds, this space is home to moving image cameras, photography equipment and an impressive range of printing presses.
Step back in time and get close to our spinning wheels and working looms. See live demonstrations in the mill space and learn about local connections to the wool and cloth industries which made Leeds world famous.
Take in the panoramic views from the original mill windows and come face-to-face with the huge Potts clock which once greeted holidaymakers to the Morecambe Promenade railway station in the early twentieth century.
Home to a whole host of steam engines both large and small, our world famous collection can be viewed up close in our lower level galleries.
Recreated in 1969, this traditional home provides insight into the lives of those of those who lived and worked here and the contrast of living standards in Victorian Britain.
Explore the blooming blossoms of the colour garden, our volunteer co-ordinated space filled with flowers used to create traditional dyes.
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