The Museum of Croydon is hosting the 'Archives Can Be Anything' exhibition, running from February 26 to May 10. Featuring creative works by ten local youth aged 14-18, the exhibition is part of the Dynamic Collections project, aimed at transforming Croydon’s archival access. Funded by NLHF, it celebrates Croydon as the London Borough of Culture 2023. The Young Archivists, trained in various creative fields, have produced art inspired by local archival material, exploring themes like migration and historical representation while promoting a vision for the borough's future.
Randal, a Young Archivist, reflected, 'I was inspired by this one piece from 1998 from the Croydon Advertiser, which was an article about community engagement in Croydon.'
The artwork created by the Young Archivists reinterprets historical documents, creating visual narratives that prompt viewers to engage with the borough's past and future.
The exhibitions feature works that not only celebrate Croydon's cultural heritage but also challenge traditional archival representations, showcasing voices often sidelined in history.
One of the comics created by a Young Archivist addresses the borough’s journey with migration, asking profound questions about inclusivity and community.
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