Potteries Museum Archives Reopen with a Splash of £5M Magic!

The Potteries Museum and Art Gallery in Stoke-on-Trent is currently undergoing a major refurbishment, which started in December. Because of this, the city archives, which are located inside the museum, have been closed to the public for several months. However, the Stoke-on-Trent City Council has announced that the archives will reopen on 6 May, even though work on other parts of the museum will still be going on. This is exciting news for people who are interested in the history and heritage of the city.

Councillor Sarah Hill said she was pleased to welcome visitors back to the archives. She explained that the archives are important because they connect people with the stories and heritage of Stoke-on-Trent. The collections in the archives are not only important for the city, but they are also recognized nationally and internationally. They help people understand the city’s global impact and its unique local identity. The reopening of the archives means that students, researchers, and anyone interested in history will be able to explore these valuable records again.

The overall refurbishment of the museum in Hanley includes several new features. There will be a new cafe bar, a new entrance, and improved public spaces to make the museum more welcoming. The museum will also have more open storage, which means that visitors will be able to see more artefacts, even when they are not part of a special exhibition. In addition, there will be a new artist-in-residence room, where artists can work and share their creations with the public. The front of the museum is decorated with images of people making pottery, wagons, and large kilns, showing the city’s long history with ceramics. The Potteries Museum and Art Gallery is an important place for the people of Stoke-on-Trent, and the changes will help make it even better for everyone who visits.