The Coming of Faiths to Leeds by Chris Nickson
Chris Nickson reminds us that Leeds has been, and continues to be, a city of immigrants and multi faiths and that’s how we like it. When people arrive in a country, they don’t simply bring […]
The Leeds Women Who Changed Your Lives by Chris Nickson
Chris Nickson celebrates the Victorian Leeds women who led the way for female suffrage. The Vote Before The Vote is a new exhibition opening on 3 May at the Central Library, Leeds. Next month, at Room 700
Leeds Town Hall by Chris Nickson
Leeds Town Hall. You probably walk past it almost every day. Chris Nickson tells us more about one of our most iconic buildings. You know it. Almost anyone who’s visited Leeds or seen a picture
The Vote Before The Vote by Chris Nickson
Today marks the 100th anniversary of legislation which came into force and gave (some) women the right to vote. It starts a year of exhibitions, talks and performances throughout the UK. Chris Nickson celebrates the
Happy Birthday to The Leeds Library! 250 Years Old This Year, by Chris Nickson
Chris Nickson tells us about the Leeds Library which celebrates its 250th birthday this year. A real gem in the heart of the city. For anything to last for 250 years in Leeds is little