Leeds City Museum

Same city. Another world.

IMPORTANT VISITOR NOTICE - 28 June.

Saturday 28 June is our Miffy's Birthday Family Fun Day. Only ticket-holders will be able to enter the special exhibition and Miffy activity spaces on this day. Book tickets here.

For visitors without tickets the rest of the museum will be open as usual, but please be aware it's likely to be busy.

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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.

News | Miffy turns 70 with a special exhibition at Leeds City Museum

Miffy’s 70th birthday will be celebrated in Leeds next year as Leeds City Museum hosts an anniversary exhibition in her honour.

Blog | Decolonising our Life On Earth Gallery

In 2022, when refreshing the natural sciences displays at the Leeds City Museum, we decided to include the colonial history of some of our pieces.

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