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Shibden Hall

Set in the picturesque Shibden valley, a mile from Halifax, Shibden Hall dates back to 1420 and offers visitors a fascinating journey through the lives of the people who lived and worked here.

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Bankfield Museum

Set in the attractive surroundings of Akroyd Park, at the centre of Akroydon model village conservation area, this Victorian mansion was the home of local mill owner, philanthropist and MP, Colonel Edward Akroyd.

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Smith Art Gallery

This purpose built Art Gallery and public library, known as ‘The Rydings’, is surrounded by a beautiful park and gardens.

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Featured exhibition 

Fashion Extremes!
Fashion Extremes!
Multiple Dates
Fashion Extremes!
Bankfield Museum
From scandalously short miniskirts to voluminous sleeves, towering platform heels and extremely wide skirts to bold clashing colours and flared trousers. Exploring 250 years of everyday fashion trends that go beyond the practical, border the exaggerated and make a bold statement.
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Don't miss this!

From the moment you arrive, you’ll step into a world where history, imagination, and discovery collide, revealing breathtaking artefacts, immersive installations, and unforgettable moments.

Fashion Extremes!
Fashion Extremes!
Multiple Dates
Fashion Extremes!
Bankfield Museum
From scandalously short miniskirts to voluminous sleeves, towering platform heels and extremely wide skirts to bold clashing colours and flared trousers. Exploring 250 years of everyday fashion trends that go beyond the practical, border the exaggerated and make a bold statement.
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Fill your diary with our upcoming events

Start planning and enjoy more of the things you love at our Museums and Galleries! From events to talks and more we have an event you will love coming up soon.

  • Costume study session: Mid-20th century
    Costume study session: Mid-20th century
    Costume study session: Mid-20th century
    Sat 25 Apr
    Bankfield Museum
    The swinging 60s and the groovy 70s! Explore the fashions and accessories of the mid-20th century. This session will allow you to get up close to collections and include the opportunity to carefully handle objects with our curator.
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  • Saturday Family Art Club
    Saturday Family Art Club
    Multiple Dates
    Saturday Family Art Club
    Sat 02 May
    Bankfield Museum
    Discover your inner artist by joining our learning team for some creative family fun and produce your own masterpiece to take home each time. Our artists will be running creative making sessions on the first Saturday of the month, using a range of materials and techniques - every session will be dif
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  • A Regency Gentleman: My Experiences with Historical Costume
    A Regency Gentleman: My Experiences with Historical Costume
    A Regency Gentleman: My Experiences with Historical Costume
    Sat 02 May
    Bankfield Museum
    Rob Cooper presents a fascinating talk on the dress of a Regency gentleman, sharing insights into his early interest in historical costume, his research methods, and the intricate construction of period garments.
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Highlights

Start planning and enjoy more of the things you love at our Museums and Galleries!

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