A painting of two young children in historic dress
Copyright Leeds Museums and Galleries
Sat 1 Mar 2025 - Sun 12 Oct 2025
Fashion at Play: Children's clothing through the ages
Exhibitions
Heritage
Event organiser:
Lotherton Hall

Pinnies, petticoats, booties and breeches – historic children’s clothing may look restrictive or uncomfortable compared to that of today. But discover how practicality has always been in vogue when it comes to dressing the next generation.

Lotherton’s new family-friendly exhibition for 2025 explores the history of children’s fashion from the 1600s to modern day. See the changing styles worn by babies through to teens and what they can tell us about society’s attitudes towards growing up. Discover the development of the ‘teenager’ and how the onesie is not as modern as you may think!

This exhibition is located in Lotherton Hall and is included in estate admission (free for members). 

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Ticket price

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Included in general admission (free for Lotherton members).

Accessibility

Please note:

During the continued maintenance of the Hall, there is limited mobility access to the rooms available to visitors. The Fashion Galleries and bedrooms are the main areas currently open which are accessed via stairs or passenger lift and chair lift.

Due to our health and safety and evacuation procedures those with mobility needs may be asked to wait until space in these areas can safely be accommodated. If you have any concerns or queries about access prior to your visit, please contact us.

Wheelchair access

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