There is something for everyone at Leeds City Art Gallery. You will find traditional prints, watercolours, paintings and sculptures as well as contemporary works made with plastic grapes and twintubs.
At Leeds City Art Gallery you can find some of the most outstanding works of British Art outside of London.
Their web site will introduce you to what the art gallery can offer, and hopefully persuade you to follow up your virtual visit with a real one.
"To promote in the UK and world-wide the knowledge and appreciation of arms and armour and of the Tower of London through the collections of the Museum and the expertise of its staff."
This Mission is achieved through the functions conferred on the Board by the National Heritage Act 1983 and the Museums Act 1992.
The Royal Armouries vision
"Through the creation of innovative partnerships both in the public and private sector and through the engagement of new and existing consumers the Royal Armouries will grow in authority to be appreciated as a major influence in and beyond the museum world."
Temple Newsam is one of the great historic estates in England. Set within over 1500 acres of parkland, woodland and farmland landscaped by Capability Brown in the 18th century, it is a magnificent Tudor–Jacobean mansion. Famous as the birthplace of Lord Darnley and home to the Ingram family for over 300 years, the mansion houses rich collections of works of art. The garden is renowned for its Rhododendron and Azalea walk and features the National Plant Collections of Delphinium, Phlox and Aster novi–belgii. Europe's largest working Rare Breeds Farm, with over 400 animals, is set within the original estate Home Farm.
Temple Newsam hosts many events each year from music festivals to funfairs and there are regular family activities, demonstrations, guided walks or tours taking place throughout the year.
Temple Newsam is managed and maintained by the Parks and Countryside and Museums and Galleries Sections of Learning and Leisure, Leeds City Council.