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The Urban Belonging project exhibition brings together the Ipswich Romanian Community, Suffolk Pride and the Suffolk Win...
08/06/2026

The Urban Belonging project exhibition brings together the Ipswich Romanian Community, Suffolk Pride and the Suffolk Windrush Select Committee to explore Ipswich's history through their own creative projects, inspired by the Ipswich map.

By sharing personal stories, lived experiences, and community memories, participants highlighted the buildings and spaces that matter most to them. Combined with the historical layers captured by the Historic Towns Trust map, these voices help tell a richer, more inclusive story of Ipswich's past and present.

See it at The Hold Ipswich until Saturday 13 June. Check out the film Home, a collaboration between The HIVE Ipswich Community, DancEast and Cathy Waller here https://orlo.uk/lGrpU

That's a wrap for Volunteers' Week 2026. And all that's left to say is a massive thank you to our amazing volunteers. We...
07/06/2026

That's a wrap for Volunteers' Week 2026. And all that's left to say is a massive thank you to our amazing volunteers. We couldn't achieve what we do without you! Want to join them? We've a range of roles from meeting and greeting visitors to actively caring for our archive. Find out more https://orlo.uk/WbrbR

Our audience development manager got this perfect photograph of Ed Sheeran on his way to perform on Ipswich Waterfront t...
05/06/2026

Our audience development manager got this perfect photograph of Ed Sheeran on his way to perform on Ipswich Waterfront today. Sadly, we didn't get the chance to invite him for a well-deserved cuppa in our cafe and a tour. Next time Ed!

It's Volunteers Week. Becky has turned her hand to many different volunteering tasks in her time at Suffolk Archives and...
04/06/2026

It's Volunteers Week. Becky has turned her hand to many different volunteering tasks in her time at Suffolk Archives and is a valued member of our team. Thank you, Becky for your support and expertise! Find out how to volunteer here https://orlo.uk/R0unF

Three weeks until our new exhibition blasts off! From lunar science and mythology to Suffolk space stories, this free, f...
04/06/2026

Three weeks until our new exhibition blasts off! From lunar science and mythology to Suffolk space stories, this free, family-friendly exhibition is packed with out-of-this world experiences - including the chance to touch a real Moon rock. Book https://orlo.uk/Sqf5Z

Hooked on crocheting? You'll love this fun, guided session. Bring your current project or start fresh while enjoying a d...
04/06/2026

Hooked on crocheting? You'll love this fun, guided session. Bring your current project or start fresh while enjoying a drink and a yarn with fellow crafters. Book https://orlo.uk/vReiy

We've limited space for this workshop. Join our conservator to make an A5 notebook to take home. Learn about book struct...
03/06/2026

We've limited space for this workshop. Join our conservator to make an A5 notebook to take home. Learn about book structures and the history of bookbinding, and how we preserve books in the archives. No prior experience needed. Just bring an apron if you’d like. Book https://orlo.uk/ob64e

It's Volunteers' Week! And to celebrate we want to share what our amazing volunteers do here at Suffolk Archives. Jordan...
02/06/2026

It's Volunteers' Week! And to celebrate we want to share what our amazing volunteers do here at Suffolk Archives.

Jordan has shared his story. From an interaction at a university volunteering fayre to volunteering with us for more than two years, Jordan has truly left his mark by helping us make our oral history collections more accessible.

Thank you for all you do Jordan!

Interested in volunteering? Click https://orlo.uk/rPJmQ

Today we wave goodbye to our fantastic exhibition Beyond Lables: Celebrating Disability in Suffolk. Made possible with f...
01/06/2026

Today we wave goodbye to our fantastic exhibition Beyond Lables: Celebrating Disability in Suffolk. Made possible with funding from The National Lottery Heritage Fund

Thank you to everyone who visited, supported and contributed to the exhibition, it wouldn't have been possible without you.

The legacy lives on and very soon we will be launching a virtual 360 degree tour of the exhibition and book so you can continue to explore stories of lived experience of disability in Suffolk past and present.

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