Abbey House: Story Time Exhibition
February 18 - February 24
Step into a magical journey at the ‘Story Time’ exhibition in Abbey House Museum, Leeds, where centuries of children’s literature and games come to life in a captivating display. From 1800s moral tales to beloved modern classics, this enchanting showcase invites visitors of all ages to rediscover the joy of storytelling and imagination. Visitors can explore historic books, vintage games, and artifacts that span from the early 1800s to contemporary times, reflecting the timeless nature of storytelling and play.
Children’s books dating back more than 200 years have gone on display in Leeds. The Story Time exhibition at Abbey House Museum in Kirkstall features tales from the early 1800s, including The Mice And Their Picnic: A Moral Tale, published by Mary Belson Elliott in 1809.
Toys based on TV characters including Pinky and Perky, Bugs Bunny and The Wombles are also on display, alongside vintage games and jigsaws made by the Leeds firm Waddingtons. Among the Waddingtons collection is original artwork for the firm’s circular jigsaws from the 1960s, which were rescued from a bin by a former company employee.
Monday: Closed*
Tuesday – Friday: 10am – 5pm
Saturday: 12 – 5pm
Sunday: 10am – 5pm
The Leeds Storytelling Festival – February 14 to March 8,
Abbey Walk, Abbey Road, Kirkstall, Leeds, LS5 3EH