Suffolk Archives, a Suffolk County Council service, collects, preserves, and shares over 900 years’ worth of Suffolk’s rich history. Their collections are treasure houses of information in the form of original documents such as letters, reports, photographs, maps and plans which have been selected for preservation because of their lasting value to our society.
As the care takers of our county’s archival heritage, it is our responsibility to engage, connect and inspire the largest and most diverse audience possible. They are committed to achieving this though a varied programme of countywide events, exhibitions and community engagement throughout the year. Suffolk Archives strives to be an archive for all. Their educational visits are designed to bring Suffolk stories to life, to help students engage with archive material and understand the environment and communites they are growing up in. They use original documents where possible, so students can have a hands-on experience with archives, helping to visualise the past and distinguish between “then” and “now”.

Please reach out to archives@suffolk.gov.uk for more information!