Manor House Exhibitions

The ground floor has been arranged and furnished with items from the 17th and 18th century including some fine 17th century oak furniture. The 'SolarWing', now the Museum, contains displays that illustrate the historv of Ilkley from Prehistoric times through to the Victorian period when Ilkley was an important Spa resort. The displays include local finds of Prehistoric material, some Victorian items and some Roman artefacts recovered from the fort.

The first floor galleries are programmed with a lively programme of exhibitions.

Current and upcoming exhibitions

22 March - 11 May 2008
Camerart - Ilkley Camera Club exhibition
A chance to see stunning photographs by the members of Ilkley Camera Club including views of the local area, general views and all photographic media from traditional prints to high definition slideshows.

12 July - 12 September2008
What fort? Exhibition about Roman Ilkley
Discover what evidence there is about the Roman Fort of Olicana, the very origins of the present day town of Ilkley. There may not be much of the fort left, but there is a lot more to it than meets the eye. Exhibition exploring the evidence for life in Roman Ilkley with full programme of public events and workshops.