Join us as we celebrate costume at Temple Newsam.
Chat to costume experts about historic fashion, watch our resident dancers Arbeau perform in the Picture Gallery, and try on a few costumes yourself!
You are welcome to come dressed for the occasion!
Included in normal admission fees.
11am – 3pm
Enjoy a delicious day out at Temple Newsam.
See special displays of food and hear about fancy feasts of the past.
All activities are included in normal admission fees.
There will also be a special weekend food fair in the Amphitheatre celebrating all things foodie! Enjoy local food and drink producers in the amazing setting. 10 – 3pm.
Join our curatorial staff for a look at the evolution of buildings in 19th Century Leeds.
With plentiful hot drinks, cake, fruit and a chance to look at some of our ephemera collections up close. From grand civic buildings to vernacular architecture, we will examine how a Georgian town became a grand Victorian city through images, maps, and written documents.
Book through Ticket Hub, see Tickets below.
John Smeaton was the greatest civil engineer of the 18th century and founder of the profession in Britain.
This tour explores the grounds of Temple Newsam for remaining evidence of Smeaton’s pump and ventures inside the house to view the surviving well, not normally on view to the public.
£8. Booking essential. See Tickets below.
Explore Temple Newsam House and Estate as you’ve never seen them before. The experience starts with and introduction to this stunning house and collections – including a visit to the cellars! You will then go behind the scenes and make your way up to the roof. Once on the roof you will see spectacular views of the Estate and Leeds beyond. Learn about the largest external inscription in Britain and view it from a unique angle. Take photos of the views or simply enjoy this exclusive experience.
Come along to learn more about the life of Leeds’ most famous suffragette, Leonora Cohen.
We will talk about her life before, during and after the fight for women’s suffrage, with a chance to look closely at some fascinating items from her archive.
Tea, coffee and cake provided.
Join us in the Sanderson Room at Leeds Central Library for this live and interactive version of our popular Family History workshop, for a friendly introduction to key concepts and resources for complete beginners.
Free but booking required at www.ticketsource.co.uk/leedslibraryevents
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Join us for an entertaining trip behind the scenes of our magnificent Grade II* listed building. Find out about the architecture, history and famous visitors, as well as visiting some secret corners! Tours last approximately 1 hour and leave from the ground floor atrium, outside the Lending department.
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We are always happy to welcome you, find your closest library or get in touch: leeds.gov.uk/libraries
If you are having difficulty with your family history research then join our team of family history librarians at the Central Library for a free consultation: from first steps using Ancestry to more advanced queries, we're on hand to help.
We can primarily assist with family history in the Leeds and West Yorkshire area; the consultation is open to anyone, however, as we may be able to offer general advice depending on your circumstances.
On this walk you’ll discover the history of Black musicians and music culture in the city of Leeds. From visits by American choirs in the Victorian age, through the origins of Carnival and its claiming of space in the heart of the city, to the places where breakdancing took over, and where David Oluwale listened to music, Joe Williams takes you on a journey exploring the importance of Black music and music culture for Leeds.
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