Stoke-on-Trent City Archives is set to reopen to the public on Wednesday 6 May as work continues on the £5 million transformation of the Potteries Museum & Art Gallery.
The archives, located on the lower ground floor of the museum, collect, preserve and make accessible records that tell the story of life in Stoke-on-Trent, past and present.
The City Archives holds collections from world-famous ceramics manufacturers including Minton, Royal Doulton and Spode. Visitors can also access family history resources, the service’s specialist Pottery Library and a wide range of material from local organisations, businesses and individuals that reflect the city’s industrial, literary, social and religious history.
“Our archive service connects people with the stories and heritage of the city, so it is great to welcome visitors back. It gives people the chance to explore nationally and internationally important collections that reflect the city’s global impact and local identity.”
— Councillor Sarah Hill, cabinet member for finance, anti-poverty and corporate services
Stoke-on-Trent City Archives offers outreach for schools and community groups, as well as volunteering opportunities for all ages. The service welcomes visitors from the city, county and across the globe.
Visitors should book in advance due to ongoing building works at the Potteries Museum & Art Gallery by emailing stoke.archives@stoke.gov.uk.
The service is part of the Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Archive Service, which is jointly funded and managed by Staffordshire County Council and Stoke-on-Trent City Council.
The wider museum redevelopment is being made possible through a successful bid by Stoke-on-Trent City Council for £5 million from Arts Council England and the Department for Culture Media and Sport Cultural Development Fund.
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