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Thackray Lates: My Bloody Valentine

For one night only, expect our building to be pumping with a programme filled with the red stuff (and we don’t mean roses). Join us for an anti-valentine evening like no other, one that embraces the visceral life force of all beating hearts: blood!

This Thackray Late will be in full flow, with our usual blend expert talks and hands-on demonstrations, plus crafts, performances, and a chance to get up close to bloody brilliant objects from our museum collection.

Processing Emotion through Nature and Surrealism

A free workshop at Henry Moore Institute.

Join artist Kaitlyn Bullen to explore your personal experience of Surrealism and trauma. Using natural objects for inspiration, we'll focus on writing and drawing to create connections to Henry Moore Institute’s current exhibition The Traumatic Surreal.

Emphasising process over product, this workshop will be a safe space, which encourages self-expression and community. 

Suitable for adults aged 18 and above.

Let's engage our senses and share our journeys through art together

Half Term: Blood and Beats

Did you know your brain contains 400 miles of blood vessels? That’s like running from Thackray Museum to Land’s End! And while you’re reading this, your body’s already made 26 million red blood cells—impressive, right? 

This February half-term is all about blood – what exactly is it, and what does it do? Take part in science shows, trails, craft activities and - if you’re feeling brave – our infamous hands-on heart dissection workshops!  

Hands On: Heart Dissections

Ever wanted to try your hand at surgery? Our popular series of hands-on experiences for families is back for a limited time this half term.

Every day the average heart beats approximately 115,000 times as it pumps over 2,000 litres of blood around your body. Our team of experts will talk you through the inner workings of this vital organ, in this unique opportunity for families to step into the shoes of a medical student and find out first-hand what it’s like to dissect a real heart*.

Sketching Queer History: Leeds LGBT History Month Sketch Walk

The theme for this year’s LGBT History Month is Activism and Social Change.

Led by local historian and artist Clifford Stead, join Leeds Sanctuary as we learn about the activists who have made Leeds a safer place for LGBTQ+ people throughout history, and sketch key landmarks as we go.

We'll be meeting on the 27th of February at 5.30pm outside Mill Hill Chapel in City Square (LS1 5EB), please sign up so we know how many people to expect, and to keep an eye out for you!

The Blanket Fort Club presents... Marshmallow Castles and Supersonic Parcels

This is an interactive, in-character storytelling workshop, where Snow and Ice, two imaginative characters stuck indoors on a rainy day with their friends, argue over what to create. In the end, they decide to build a blanket fort spaceship and embark on an adventure to an undiscovered planet. As the story unfolds, participants work together to construct the blanket fort, which becomes their vessel to launch into space. 

Part of Leeds Storytelling Festival 2025, taking place Saturday 8th March:

Rothwell Community Hub and Library - 10.30am-11.30am

Chinese New Year Celebration - Echoes of Spring

Celebrate the Year of the Snake at Temple Newsam House with Echoes of Spring this February!

Join Leeds Chinese Community School on Saturday, 1st February 2025, for a vibrant day of free workshops, live performances, and cultural activities in the stunning surroundings of Temple Newsam House and its renowned collection of Fine and Decorative Arts.

With a Pay As You Feel entry, this is a unique opportunity for everyone to experience the beauty and warmth of Chinese New Year traditions.

Make Some Noise!

A six-week course all about making and hearing sounds. 

Express yourself, listen, experiment with new musical ideas, and have a laugh! 

Friendly and relaxed environment, no experience needed, and beginners highly encouraged.

Make a Charm Necklace with Georgia Osborn

During this workshop you will first design your charms from polymer clay, feel free to come prepared with ideas or let inspiration strike during the workshop!

For the second half of the session you will use a variety of materials to decorate your charms, including acrylic paint and Posca pens, before finally assembling them into a fabulous necklace.

This is such a lovely workshop to create a unique Valentines/Galentines gift. Grab your ticket now before they all get snapped up. See Tickets below.

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