• Historic Bradford in pencil

    Mechanics Institute 76 Kirkgate, Bradford

    See Bradford’s historic landmarks brought to life in pencil by artist Nigel Wray. Explore a selection of detailed drawings celebrating treasured buildings and places from across the district, and discover […]

  • Open Day at Bradford Archives

    West Yorkshire Archive Service Bradford Margaret McMillan Tower, Prince’s Way, Bradford

    Step inside Bradford Archives for a pop-up exhibition celebrating the lives and passions of everyday Bradfordians. Explore original records spanning Victorian times to the present day, with stories of shopping, […]

  • Colour Everyday

    Society of Dyers & Colourists Perkin House, 82 Grattan Road, Bradford

    Discover how colour has shaped everyday life through clothing, workwear, home furnishings and design. Explore rarely seen objects from the SDC Textile Collection and uncover the stories woven into the […]

  • Dobson Locks Blacksmith Forge, Apperley Bridge

    Dobson Locks Bradford

    Visit the historic blacksmith’s forge beside Dobson Staircase Locks on the Leeds and Liverpool Canal. Watch traditional blacksmithing demonstrations, explore original canal features and ask the blacksmith about this fascinating […]

  • Pinny Piece at The Mechanics Institute

    Mechanics Institute 76 Kirkgate, Bradford

    Discover Pinny Piece, a full-size appliquéd cotton apron by Caro Blount-Shah featuring twelve blue plaques honouring pioneering women across Bradford district. The work also commemorates the Women’s Humanity League and […]

  • Dean Brothers – three generations of Ilkley builders

    The Station 2 Station Road, Ilkley

    Join Ilkley Civic Society Local History Hub on a guided walk in the centre of Ilkley looking at the work of these local builders from 1860s to 1940s. We shall […]

  • Past Shipley Artists: Talk with Colin Neville

    Shipley College Salt Building, Victoria Rd, Saltaire, Shipley

    Colin Neville, curator of the Not Just Hockney website, will illustrate the lives and artwork of eight past visual artists who lived in the Shipley and Saltaire areas: Lise Bayer, […]

  • Topic Folk Club

    Topic Folk Club The Castle, 20 Grattan Road, Bradford

    The Topic Folk Club invites new and seasoned performers to a special Heritage Open Days singers’ night on 17 September. Arrive from 7pm for supportive guidance and space from friendly […]

  • Historical Dance Workshop

    Mechanics Institute 76 Kirkgate, Bradford

    Step back into the 17th century through dance, music and history in this lively, hands-on workshop. Learn how people danced during this fascinating period before trying the steps for yourself. […]