Wolverhampton Archives keeps documents, maps, books, photos, newspapers and more relating to the history of areas now within the city of Wolverhampton.
Wolverhampton, West Midlands
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Exhibition explores 80 years of African-Caribbean history bbc.in/4hNtcaw
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From the first Windrush arrivals and the creation of community organisations to local musicians, artists, educators, campaigners and entrepreneurs, the display showcases people and initiatives which have helped shape the city over the last eight decades. (2/2)
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Our @WolvesArchives' new Black History Month display traces almost 80 years of African-Caribbean history in Wolverhampton. It is available to view throughout October during normal opening times and entry is free. Full story 👉 wolverhampton.gov.uk/news/ar… (1/2)
ALT The first Windrush Arrivals in Wolverhampton on 24 June 1948.
ALT A group of women surrounding Naomi Brown on the accordion, April 1959.
ALT Young people in the bicycle workshop of the Crypt Centre, Darlington Street, August 1979.
ALT A page from the Witnessing Gaps, Telling Stories zine, 2026.
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Wolves supporters funnel down Molineux Alley, which ran next to the old South Bank and Waterloo Road side of Molineux.
Many modern supporters reckon their family members are in this photo, or at the very least would have walked down this lane every matchday.
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The would-be ‘deck chair attendant’ who lifted the League Cup and became one of the greatest captains of Wolves’ illustrious history.
Today’s game offers chance to pay tribute to one of the very best.
Thank you Mike Bailey. 🐺
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Banks’s Brewery was a central part of Wolverhampton’s industrial and social life for more than 150 years, and a large and varied archive relating to the brewery and its associated companies has now been donated to Wolverhampton City Archives. (2/2)
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The history of one of the West Midlands most important businesses is being preserved for future generations by our @WolvesArchives. Full story 👉
wolverhampton.gov.uk/news/ic… @MarstonsPLC (1/2)
ALT A drawing showing Banks's Park Brewery in around 1898.
ALT A wooden teak board used for marking fermentation data.
ALT A reel of film of 1996 advertising tapes for Banks's Bitter.
ALT A roll of honour of Banks's Brewery employees who served in the First World War.
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Step into a fascinating story from @WolvesArchives and discover why this wonderfully tricky example of 19th century handwriting really is “enough to make you cross eyed”! 👉 exploreyourarchive.org/enoug…
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It features personal stories of inspiring individuals and captures moments where Wolverhampton literally paved the way in terms of accessibility – becoming the first city in the UK to install tactile paving near its roads and railways. (2/2)
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The @BeaconCentre & @WolvesArchives have teamed up for a new exhibition exploring the history of sight loss in Wolverhampton over the last 150 years. Full story 👉 wolverhampton.gov.uk/news/ne… (1/2)
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We've had the Winter Olympics and the Winter Olympics, now it's time for the @RWT_NHS Brain Olympics - taking place @WolvesLibraries Central Library and @WolvesArchives this Easter! (1/2)
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🌟 2026 is a very special year for our swimming club, as we are 150 years old and are launching the celebrations at our first of three open meets that we will be holding in this very special year.
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This in-person, one-day event will offer a small group the opportunity to engage deeply with original records through artistic practice and creative process, led by artist and integrative arts counsellor Michelle Rodrigues. Apply at orlo.uk/mYpUv by 23 February. (2/2)
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ICYMI: People with an interest in Wolverhampton’s Caribbean histories are being invited to apply to attend a special workshop, Witnessing Gaps, Carrying Stories, @WolvesArchives next month. Full story 👉 wolverhampton.gov.uk/news/fr… @UkNatArchives (1/2)
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Thank you to Heidi McIntosh for the tour of the exhibition and the Archives building, and for sharing her knowledge of the collections and the work that takes place there.
Established in 1978, Wolverhampton City Archives preserves and makes accessible records relating to the city
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It was a pleasure to visit Wolverhampton Archives and Local Studies and had the opportunity to view the LGBT History Month exhibition and meet members of the Rainbow Forum.
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This in-person, one-day event will offer a small group the opportunity to engage deeply with original records through artistic practice and creative process, led by artist and integrative arts counsellor Michelle Rodrigues. Apply at orlo.uk/YzcCl by 23 February (2/2)
Wolverhampton City Archives retweeted
People with an interest in Wolverhampton’s Caribbean histories are being invited to apply to attend a special workshop, Witnessing Gaps, Carrying Stories, @WolvesArchives next month. Full story 👉 wolverhampton.gov.uk/news/fr… @UkNatArchives (1/2)
ALT Rupert and Marguerite Allen and their daughter Pearl, in September 1955. Rupert was one of the first arrivals in Wolverhampton on the Empire Windrush. Picture courtesy Wolverhampton City Archives.
ALT An unnamed Jamaican nurse at the Royal Hospital, Wolverhampton, in 1963. Picture courtesy Wolverhampton City Archives.
ALT A group of men playing dominoes at the West Midland Caribbean Association, Wolverhampton, in 1966. Picture courtesy Wolverhampton City Archives.
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The Oak Room is licensed for marriages and civil partnerships for the couple plus up to 10 guests, with its elegant décor and warm, atmospheric feel providing a backdrop for small ceremonies. It joins the Archives', Rococo Room, which can cater for couples and 45 guests. (2/2)