Welcome to Bradford District Museums & Galleries.

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.

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.

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.

Celebrating historic collections through sustainable design

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

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.

This display at Bradford Industrial Museum showcases iconic and recognisable objects from the well-known and much-loved Fountains Café, Bradford