Posts

Chimney Sweep Portraits in the Social History Collection
Collections, Social HistoryExplore the portraits in our 'Sweepiana' collection of items relating to chimney sweeps with Leila Prescott.

Mary Wood: Dewsbury’s Wool Queen
Collections, Industrial HistoryUncover the story of Mary Wood, Dewsbury’s Wool Queen from 1931-32, in light of the Queens of Industry exhibition.

Heart of a Lion and the Hands of a Lady: Lord Moynihan of Leeds
Collections, Social HistoryDiscover the story of the famous Leeds surgeon, Lord Moynihan, who had 'the heart of a lion and the hands of a lady'.
Events

Chapeltown Word Junction at Leeds Art Gallery
All, EventsChapeltown Word Junction 2022 is a one-day take-over of Leeds Art Gallery, organised by Chapeltown Arts in partnership with Leeds Art Gallery.

When a Leeds Girl discovers Art History
All, EventsJoin us for a free talk by Dr Joanne Crawford, art historian and the Head of Fine Art, History of Art and Cultural Studies at the University of Leeds.

Art History Festival event with Jon Sleigh
All, EventsJoin us for a free talk and Q&A with Jon Sleigh, arts educator and learning curator. The gallery talk will focus on social justice and the role of art history within the exhibition, drawing attention to key works and themes within the exhibition Shifting Perspectives.