Out Shopping: After Hours

Experience the unique surroundings of Leighton House after hours, through the lens of sustainability, recycling and upcycling.

Inspired by the temporary exhibition Out Shopping: The Dresses of Marion and Maud Sambourne (1880-1910), showcasing art, fashion and photography for the first time, spend a fun, relaxed and creative summer evening with us.

What's On:

Join Lydia Bolton, sustainability creator and slow fashion designer, for a workshop in Leighton's studio. Try out your skills of upcycling and how to remake, mend and give a new lease of life to old clothing.
Experience an ambient soundscape and sonic journey with live sampling, drone-like textures, and intermittent rhythmic intervals with DJ Mariam Morshed.
Meet Marion Sambourne 'herself' as she introduces her favourite outfits on display in the exhibition gallery.
Thrift with our local Kensington High Street charity shops joining us for the evening.
Refresh your wardrobe with our clothing swap - bring a piece, take a piece!
A paid bar will be open throughout the evening, as well as the museum and our gorgeous garden in flower.
And much more: Victorian dress-up, #Leightonselfie, textile jewellery-making workshop...