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House’s new lava-topped treasure is hot property
NewsA one-of-a-kind piece of furniture decorated with ancient lava from an Italian volcano has become part of the historic collection at a Leeds mansion.
Commissioned by one of the nation’s greatest antiques collectors Charles Townley in around…

Artist brings Leeds voices to life in new exhibition
NewsThe voices, stories and songs of generations of Leeds folk have inspired a thought-provoking new exhibition at Leeds Art Gallery.
Leeds-based artist Jill McKnight immersed herself in the collections of the British Library and Leeds Art Gallery…

Silhouettes & Shapewear
Collections, Dress & Textiles, Engagement, Featured, VolunteersExplore the dos and don'ts of showing off your body in the 1800s.
Events

Charmaine Watkiss: The Wisdom Tree
All, Display, ExhibitionsExplore the wisdom, strength and resilience of Jamaican women across generations in this new exhibition, held in partnership with the Jamaica Society Leeds Out of Many Festival.

The Steam Toys & Meccano Show
All, Display, EventsSome of the UK’s top collectors will be bringing their selection of miniature engines! Expect models from Victorian times to the modern day and a display of Meccano creations too.

Easter Holidays: Ancient Egypt
All, Events, Half Term, School HolidayExplore our fascinating Ancient Egyptian artefacts, followed by fun Egyptian themed crafts and take a tour of the store too!