In Leeds, museum experts and volunteers are embarking on a fascinating endeavor to document a captivating array of historic headwear, including a magnificent collection of vintage miniature millinery. Crafted by the skilled Leeds hatter John Craig in the early 1900s, these exquisite replicas of hats, some so small they can fit in the palm…
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Spring has blossomed at Temple Newsam’s Home Farm, heralding the arrival of charming new additions, with more eagerly anticipated. Ensure you don’t miss the opportunity to witness the playful piglets, lambs, and kids during the Easter season. Temple Newsam’s farm stands as one of Europe’s largest rare breed centers, boasting a diverse population of…
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It may seem hard to believe today, but the area close to where the Armley Gyratory now stands was once the home of hippos. Around 130,000 years ago, a now extinct species of the huge mammal lived in what was, at that time, a much warmer Leeds. The animals died out, but in 1851,…
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Among the huge array of objects which make up Leeds City Museum’s In Their Footsteps exhibition, there are many stirring examples of courage and heroism. But in some ways, the story of Jogendra Sen epitomises the selflessness and dedication shown by the Leeds soldiers who gave their lives on the battlefields of the First…
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In normal circumstances, this glass, lion-shaped ornament may appear fairly unremarkable. But put it under a UV light, and what previously seemed like an innocuous paperweight begins to give off an eerie, green glow. The lion’s curious luminescence is actually due to small quantities of the radioactive element Uranium, which was added to the…
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In 1914, Leeds candle maker Tom Webb, like thousands of other local men, went off to France to fight in the trenches of the First World War. Leaving behind a wife and four children, Tom, who was born in Hunslet, travelled to Europe to fight with the Leeds Rifles 3rd Volunteer Battalion. He survived…
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Renovation work on Leeds Art Gallery has uncovered a spectacular roof space that has been hidden away for more than 40 years. Workers carrying out essential repairs on the 128-year-old building were removing a false ceiling in one of the upper galleries when they discovered the stunning arched glazed structure, which had been boxed…
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Presented to a Leeds First World War veteran, The Somme Medal is a moving reminder of the immense courage shown by those who fought in one of history’s bloodiest battles. The medal recently went on display as part of Leeds City Museum’s In Their Footsteps exhibition as the city commemorates 100 years since The…
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