Welcome to Bradford District Museums & Galleries.
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Current Exhibitions

23 May 2025 – 17 August 2025
See this majestic 18th century portrait of Mai by Sir Joshua Reynolds – recently saved for the nation – as it travels from London’s National Portrait Gallery to Cartwright Hall as part of a major national tour.

23 May 2025 – 17 August 2025
The Jameel Prize is the V&A’s award for contemporary art inspired by Islamic culture, history, society and ideas. This edition is devoted to moving image and digital media.

21 June 2025 – 14 September 2025
Travel back in time at this British Museum Partnership Exhibition with Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture and encounter works of art dating back thousands of years.

20 June 2025 10:00 am – 21 September 2025 4:00 pm
Celebrating historic collections through sustainable design

7 August 2025 10:00 am – 28 September 2025 4:00 pm
Z Open – Young Creative Call ages 16 to 25 for Exhibition Bradford Museums and Galleries

19 April 2025 – 16 November 2025
The past and present of the Bradford textile industry are explored in this exhibition featuring beautiful costume, fascinating sample books and tools from the industry. Objects from our designated worsted collection sit alongside stunning visuals taken by photographer Ian Beesley

27 September 2025 – 22 February 2026
The Turner Prize is one of the world’s best-known prizes for the visual arts. It aims to promote public debate around new developments in contemporary British art.
Learn With Us
Bradford District Museum and Galleries’ Learning Team offer a range of interactive, hands-on, curriculum-linked workshops for schools.
For further information, please click the link below to visit our learning page.
What’s On

9 August 2025 12:00 pm – 9 August 2025 3:00 pm
Explore the Portrait of Mai through activities and talks all led by young people from Bradford.

9 August 2025 11:00 am – 9 August 2025 3:00 pm
Join us for a free drop-in workshop celebrating Ukrainian Crafts
Photo Archive
See a range of photographs relating to everything here at Bradford District Museums & Art Galleries.
Get Involved
Could you support our work by sponsoring, donating or volunteering?
All opportunities have flexible commitment requirements and aim to provide a rewarding and enriching experience for all.


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