Shadow Art
EVENT

Shadow Art

Leeds City Museum | Leeds
✂️Crafts & DIY Workshops·🔬Science & Tech

Event Details

Dates

Tue 27 – Thu 29 Oct '26

Event runs in sessions

10:00 – 15:00

Type

Indoor

About this event

Shadow Art is part of October Half-Term: Glow In The Dark Week at Leeds City Museum, which runs 24 October to 1 November. "Drop into the main hall between 10am - 12pm and 1 - 3pm to draw with shadows and play with our mini shadow puppet theatre."

What to expect:

  • Tuesday 27, Wednesday 28 and Thursday 29 October 2026, two sessions a day: 10am-12pm and 1pm-3pm
  • "Experiment with light and torches to see what artistic creations you can produce."
  • "Neon and bright coloured clothing encouraged!"
  • "Help us to create a giant landscape backdrop for the owls which will be lighting up during Light Night."
  • "Find out which creatures glow in UV light!"
  • Drop-in, no booking; Leeds City Museum is a Give What You Can venue

More Details

Booking

Walk-in

Arrival

Anytime

Parent Must Stay

Yes, required

Pricing

Leeds City Museum

Explore free family-friendly exhibitions spanning natural history, art, and cultural collections with interactive learning workshops and a café.

What this place offers

ToiletsBaby changingFoodPushchair friendlyAccessible

Last updated: 7 Oct 2026

Frequently asked questions about Shadow Art

How much does Shadow Art cost?

For ticket prices for Shadow Art, see the official event page or booking link.

When does Shadow Art take place?

Shadow Art runs from Tuesday, 27 October 2026 to Thursday, 29 October 2026.

Where is Shadow Art held?

Shadow Art is held at Leeds City Museum in Leeds.

Is Shadow Art indoor or outdoor?

Shadow Art is held indoors, so it's a great option whatever the weather.

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