Dusting in the Old Library

Take the opportunity to look inside books that are not normally open to visitors and discover the hidden details tucked away within them. You can watch our team use specialist brushes and conservation techniques to gently remove dust and help preserve these fascinating objects for future generations.

Chat to the team about the work involved in caring for Harewood’s collections and find out more about the stories held within the books. From Lady Canning’s beautiful drawings to intriguing glimpses into Harewood’s family history, there are new books to see and learn about every week.