Alan Bennett writes:
I first went to Leeds Art Gallery as a boy. It was during the War when the pictures had been largely evacuated to Temple Newsam where I was happy to take the tram and follow them. That was the beginning of a lifetime’s pleasure and inspiration that I've found in the galleries of Leeds. So now I make this appeal only partly for those who love art and support the arts in Leeds but for a boy or girl like myself all those years ago who wanders into the art gallery not quite knowing what it's about. More than ever these days children like that need all the help we can give them.
BECOMING AN LAF PATRON OR MEMBER OF THE 1912 CLUB
Members are invited to become a Patron for an annual subscription of a minimum of £1,000 a year, or a minimum of £500 a year to become a member of the 1912 Club (payable annually, quarterly or monthly)
Membership is personal and valid for the named member and one guest.
Please contact Dr Mark Westgarth, Chair LAF chair@leedsartfund.org who will be delighted to speak with you.
Patron and 1912 Club Members
LAF Patron and 1912 Club members are highly valued members of the Leeds Art Fund; we are extremely grateful to our exclusive members for their help in allowing the LAF to continue to support art and culture in Leeds and the region. Both Patron and 1912 Club membership includes:
- All the benefits of LAF membership (including free admissions (usual opening hours) to LM&G sites)
- Invitations to LAF events
- Privileged behind-the scenes-visits with talks by curators and artists
- Annual summer party and reception at Lotherton Hall or Temple Newsam
- Recognition (if desired) in relevant LAF media
Becoming a Patron also includes:
- Invitation to an annual dinner
- Complimentary copies of our occasional LAF publications
If you would like to become a Patron or 1912 Club Member please email chair@leedsartfund.org