Exhibitions at Leeds Industrial Museum

Discover stories of Leeds' industrial history in our permanent displays. Learn about the textile industry with our enornous spinning mules, and step inside the recreated 1950's Burton's shop.

Explore the Media in the Mill gallery, featuring early film cameras, Kershaw projectors, and a charming 1920s cinema that celebrates Leeds’ pioneering role in the birth of moving pictures.

Permanent Galleries

Discover the smallest cinema in the north of England during your visit to Leeds Industrial Museum.

Leeds played a key role in the story of film, which is told in the media gallery. The 26 seat cinema echos Leeds' history and it's close Armley roots.

Find out more about the Palace Picture House

Discover The Colour Garden, which echoes the museums roots with fabric dyeing in the textile industry with glorious views of the canal.

Wander down the cobbled pathway to find our new, accessible picnic grounds. Along with larger industrial items from our collections, you'll find our community orchard, the air raid shelter entrance and a wilder side to the museum.

Find out more about our grounds and gardens

Kids and grown ups alike will love our dedicated family-friendly play space with lego and more things to build, as well as make along with dressing up.