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Abbey House Museum

Discover authentic Victorian streets and childhood toys.

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What's on

  • 1152 Club: Talks at Abbey House Museum

    Abbey House Museum
    Tue 6 May - Tue 5 Aug
    The 1152 Club is a history and heritage talks series for people aged 55 and over, held at Abbey House Museum.More…
    Abbey House Museum
    Tue 6 May
    -
    Tue 5 Aug
    Free

  • Study Afternoon: Queen Victoria

    Abbey House Museum
    Thu 15 May 13:30 - 16:30
    Join us for this study day to learn all about Queen Victoria's life, personality and achievements.More…
    Abbey House Museum
    Thu 15 May
    13:30 - 16:30
    Book now

  • Creativity and Wellbeing Week

    Abbey House Museum
    Tue 20 May and Wed 21 May
    Come along to our events at the museum as part of Creativity and Wellbeing Week - Pay as you feel.More…
    Abbey House Museum
    Tue 20 May
    and
    Wed 21 May
    Pay What You Decide

Discover our stories     All news and blogs

News | Abbey House Museum to remain open following public consultation

Abbey House Museum in Kirkstall is to remain open following a passionate response to a public consultation, it was announced today.

News | Enchanting exhibition invites visitors into the world of storybooks

Cherished childhood stories are set to be retold to visitors through a nostalgic new exhibition in Leeds.

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