What’s on at Leeds Museums & Galleries
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Earth Energies
Venue: Thwaite Watermill
Created by Paul Ratcliff and Darren Wall, this 8 minute film features high quality audio recordings of the wildlife and machinery at Thwaite Watermill accompanied by images and animations.
There’s a Starman Waiting in the Sky
Venue: Leeds City Museum
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of David Bowie performing in Leeds from local collector and Bowie fans.
All To Play For: A sprint through the history of sport, play and competition in Leeds
Venue: Abbey House Museum
All To Play For takes us on a sprint through the history of sport, play and competition in Leeds.
A Hip Hop Journey: 50 years of Kulture
Venue: Leeds City Museum
A special exhibition celebrating the 50th anniversary of hip hop and its kulture. Free and welcome to all.
Any Work that Wanted Doing
Venue: Leeds Industrial Museum
A new display bringing together disabled people’s voices, highlighting their contributions to history and contemporary culture.
Dr Geraldine Connor statue by Lara Rose
Venue: Leeds City Museum
Lara Rose's statue of Dr Geraldine Connor is now on display in the window bay of Leeds City Museum.
The Bridge Project
Venue: Leeds City Museum
See a vibrant display of West Indian Carnival costumes which have been designed by a group of 18 year olds from East Leeds.
Revive, Repair, Re-use: Stories of Sustainability
Venue: Abbey House Museum
A display co-curated with volunteers about the practices and effects of sustainability in Leeds.
Overlooked Legacies
Venue: Leeds City Museum
Overlooked Legacies is a free extended display of stories which we could not fit into the Overlooked exhibition.
Engineery
Venue: Leeds Industrial Museum
A new exhibition opening on 27 October, celebrating the life and legacy of John Smeaton and civil engineering in its many forms.
The Christmas Experience
Venue: Lotherton
Dates and times vary, please see website
The Christmas Experience at Lotherton returns for another year of festive magic and Santa visits.
A Seasonal Cornucopia
Venue: Leeds Art Gallery
A diverse selection of works selected by members of the Leeds Art Gallery team. One artwork will be unwrapped and revealed each day in December at 12pm!
Elf Trail
Venue: Leeds City Museum
Pick up a trail and spot Noel the runaway elf hiding around the museum.
Christmas Mystery Matinees
Venue: Leeds Industrial Museum
2:00 pm
Join us for family friendly Christmas films during December. You can catch them at 2pm Tuesday-Sunday in the Palace Picture House.
Christmas at Temple Newsam
Venue: Temple Newsam
Various times and dates available
Celebrate Christmas at Temple Newsam. Explore the beautifully decorated house and get in the festive spirit with themed crafts and activities.
Father Christmas at Temple Newsam
Venue: Temple Newsam
Various times and dates available
Pay a visit to Father Christmas this festive season, tell him your Christmas wishes and receive a fun gift!
Festive Storytime with Mrs Claus
Venue: Temple Newsam
Various times and dates available
Enjoy an interactive experience helping Mrs Claus get ready for Christmas at Temple Newsam and get a gift to take home.
Santa at the Museum
Venue: Abbey House Museum
Each weekend in December except Christmas Eve
Make magical memories with Santa at Abbey House Museum this Christmas. With traditionally decorated Victorian streets, silly hats for selfies, and a craft bag to take home.
Temple Newsam Historic House Tour
Venue: Temple Newsam
Various dates and allotted time slots - please see booking link
Take a historic tour of Temple Newsam House with one of our friendly and knowledgeable guides, and discover the beautiful interiors that cover 500 years of history.
Festive Tour and Christmas Dinner
Venue: Temple Newsam
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
New for 2023! Festive tour and Christmas Dinner at Temple Newsam for only £20pp.
Meditative Walks with Brahma Kumaris
Venue: Kirkstall Abbey
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Come along to the peaceful ruins of Kirkstall Abbey every Wednesday for some fresh air and a taster of Raja Yoga meditation, with Brahma Kumaris Leeds.
Tea & talk club
Venue: Temple Newsam
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Drop in for a free expert talk in the stunning surroundings of Temple Newsam House. This month Assistant Curator of Decorative Arts Caroline Newton walks us though what makes a house a home, and how this informs how we present a country house.
Sustainable Stash Busting Christmas Crafts
Venue: Abbey House Museum
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Simple festive crafts designed to use up bits from your stash or ours, including pompom garlands, cardboard gingerbread houses and woollen hat ornaments.
Festive House Tour
Venue: Temple Newsam
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Take a festive tour of Temple Newsam house and discover the stunning mansion dressed for Christmas. Festive refreshments included.
Festive House Tour
Venue: Temple Newsam
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Take a festive tour of Temple Newsam house and discover the stunning mansion dressed for Christmas. Festive refreshments included.
Father Christmas Comes Up Trumps!
Venue: Abbey House Museum
Various times
A festive children's theatre production with witty humour and fantastic music, based on Nicholas Allan’s much loved book.
Santa at the Museum
Venue: Abbey House Museum
Each weekend in December except Christmas Eve
Make magical memories with Santa at Abbey House Museum this Christmas. With traditionally decorated Victorian streets, silly hats for selfies, and a craft bag to take home.
Father Christmas Comes Up Trumps!
Venue: Abbey House Museum
Various times
A festive children's theatre production with witty humour and fantastic music, based on Nicholas Allan’s much loved book.
Santa at the Museum
Venue: Abbey House Museum
Each weekend in December except Christmas Eve
Make magical memories with Santa at Abbey House Museum this Christmas. With traditionally decorated Victorian streets, silly hats for selfies, and a craft bag to take home.
Foraged Festive Wreath Making Workshop
Venue: Abbey House Museum
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join us in the stunning gatehouse space for this workshop making a festive wreath using foraged foliage.
Temple Newsam Historic House Tour
Venue: Temple Newsam
Various dates and allotted time slots - please see booking link
Take a historic tour of Temple Newsam House with one of our friendly and knowledgeable guides, and discover the beautiful interiors that cover 500 years of history.
Festive Tour and Christmas Dinner
Venue: Temple Newsam
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
New for 2023! Festive tour and Christmas Dinner at Temple Newsam for only £20pp.
Meditative Walks with Brahma Kumaris
Venue: Kirkstall Abbey
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Come along to the peaceful ruins of Kirkstall Abbey every Wednesday for some fresh air and a taster of Raja Yoga meditation, with Brahma Kumaris Leeds.
Christmas at Temple Newsam – Relaxed Day
Venue: Temple Newsam
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Explore the beautifully decorated house and get in the festive spirit with themed crafts and activities. For families who might benefit from a quieter and less busy event.
Father Christmas at Temple Newsam – Relaxed Day
Venue: Temple Newsam
Various times
Visit Father Christmas to tell him your festive wishes and receive a gift - designed for families who might benefit from a quieter and less busy event.
Festive Storytime with Mrs Claus – Relaxed Day
Venue: Temple Newsam
Various times
Help Mrs Claus get ready for Christmas and get a gift to take home. Designed for families who might benefit from a quieter and less busy event.
Father Christmas Comes Up Trumps!
Venue: Abbey House Museum
Various times
A festive children's theatre production with witty humour and fantastic music, based on Nicholas Allan’s much loved book.
Santa at the Museum
Venue: Abbey House Museum
Each weekend in December except Christmas Eve
Make magical memories with Santa at Abbey House Museum this Christmas. With traditionally decorated Victorian streets, silly hats for selfies, and a craft bag to take home.
Temple Newsam Historic House Tour
Venue: Temple Newsam
Various dates and allotted time slots - please see booking link
Take a historic tour of Temple Newsam House with one of our friendly and knowledgeable guides, and discover the beautiful interiors that cover 500 years of history.
Temple Newsam Historic House Tour
Venue: Temple Newsam
Various dates and allotted time slots - please see booking link
Take a historic tour of Temple Newsam House with one of our friendly and knowledgeable guides, and discover the beautiful interiors that cover 500 years of history.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
The Picture Library
Venue: Leeds Art Gallery
Join us on the selection weekend to choose from hundreds of new original artworks to take away and hang up at home.
Found Cities, Lost Objects
Venue: Leeds Art Gallery
Explore the urban environment through the eyes of women and gender nonconforming artists, curated by Turner Prize-winning Lubaina Himid CBE.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.
Leeds City Museum Community Choir
Venue: Leeds City Museum
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join our monthly community choir with Leeds City Museum. Free and open to all.