Bedtime Stories
Chapter Two: Beds and Bedding in Britain 1650-1850 (Opens 15th May 2012)
This is the second part of the year-long celebration of beds at Temple Newsam House accompanying the major restoration of the Queen Anne State Bed.
This exhibition explores the history of beds and the social and material culture of bedrooms in Britain between 1650-1850. On display there will be a selection of fine and decorative arts, textiles and costume which tell the bedtime stories of Early Modern Britain.
This is accompanied by events for adults and families and a two-day conference between