City's archives to reopen amid £5m museum revamp
BBCStoke-on-Trent's city archives will reopen to the public next month, the council has confirmed.
They have been closed since December when work started on the £5m transformation of the Potteries Museum and Art Gallery, in which the service is based.
While work on other parts of the building would continue, Stoke-on-Trent City Council said the archives would reopen on 6 May.
Councillor Sarah Hill said it was "great" to welcome visitors back as the service connected people "with the stories and heritage of the city".
"It gives people the chance to explore nationally and internationally important collections that reflect the city's global impact and local identity," she added.
The overall refurbishment of the museum in Hanley will include a new cafe bar, entrance and improved public spaces.
There will also be increased open storage, allowing artefacts to be seen by visitors when not on formal display, and a new artist-in-residence room.
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