Exhibition of ceramics, installation, projection and video by Clare Carter, practice-based postgraduate researcher at the University of Leeds.
This exhibition charts the first year of Clare Carter’s practice-based PhD project ‘Mothering Beyond the Flesh’ which investigates the relationships between landscape, maternal agency and creative practice.
Visit the Local and Family History department throughout June to see a display curated by our staff exploring two Armed Forces themes, as part of the Armed Forces Day Festival taking place across Leeds this month.
Helen France MBE, from Nevis, was part of the Caribbean Windrush Generation that helped rebuild post-war Britain and made significant contributions to the art scene.
Featuring printmaking, linocuts, mixed media, and more, expect vibrant Caribbean colours that will inspire you. Visitors to the exhibition can look forward to lively and colourful work celebrating Caribbean and Yorkshire living.
Chapel Allerton Artists invite you into their homes and studio spaces for the 2024 Chapel Allerton Arts Trail, on the 17 and 18 August from 11-5pm.
This will be the 3rd year of the Arts Trail, with a mix of familiar faces and some taking part for the first time.
Experience the story of the Titanic as you’ve never before. Trace its journey from the Harland and Wolff shipyard in Belfast, through its fateful voyage and sinking, to its rediscovery at the bottom of the Atlantic.
You'll get to experience the Titanic like never before. Discover items from the Titanic, including:
Please join us for an exhibition throughout June, starting on the evening of the 6th, when our latest Guest Artist, Antonia Salmon will be showing her elegant ceramic work, which beautifully captures the movement and energy of nature.
Antonia’s hand-built pieces go through various processes, resulting in a beautiful finish, referencing natural forces such as the wind or the tides.
Antonia has exhibited throughout Europe and teaches at Derby University.
Join us in the Gallery on Saturday 29th June to celebrate our current exhibition Tangled Up on its final day.
From 12pm, artist Henry Morris will be running a Drop In Felting Demonstration. Henry has been creating original felt art by hand for over 25 years. His artwork incorporates ancient and modern felting techniques, alongside contemporary design. Using environmentally friendly natural raw wool fibers, soap water and rolling mats, Henry creates truly unique, eye-catching designs.
Our new show at Art Roundhay Park
Art Roundhay Park, a hidden gem within the heart of Roundhay Park. With new original artwork and prints, by artists and makers from the North of England, a total of nearly 40 artists and creators taking part!
The theme is inspired by the natural beauty of Roundhay Park, the Yorkshire coastline and landmarks in Yorkshire.
We've asked the artists to explore many different mediums, textures, colourways, but always with nature and landscape in mind.
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On 26th May 2024 the Merrion Centre celebrates being part of the heart of Leeds for a phenomenal 60 years!
As part of our diamond anniversary celebrations, we welcome you to take a trip down 'merrion lane' and join us at our 'Merrion Through the Years' pop-up exhibition.
From ballroom to bowling, films to flying machines...
We'll be looking back through the archives at some of our most memorable moments!
Middleton Railway's brand new special event for 2024.
Enjoy the sights and sounds of a range of vintage vehicles which will be on display at our Moor Road site.
Entry prices are the same as normal meaning you can enjoy unlimited train rides, a snack in our cafe, vintage vehicles on display and even some sunshine (we hope!).
Best in show contest and a few other little surprises planned for the day.
Come along for a great family day out. If you have a vehicle you’d like to display, please drop us a message.