STORIES OF STORAGE

The Aimless Archive was commissioned by EofUs to respond to the area using their unique approach. An approach that includes a slowing down to see, a catching of overheard conversations, and a process of cataloguing "finds" in a system of notebooks. 'Stories of Storage' became a focus. The growing collection offers a layered and alternative view of the area, drawing attention to where the things we love or loved are stored. Here's an example of what was found and how it was archived (below) and some prompts to get you started on your own exploration (right)

The streets are used as storage for shops but they are also used to get rid of stuff. Some kind of fly-tipped archive. Drawers where things were kept - cupboard doors where things were hurriedly closed away. Now broken up and propped against the telephone box.

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NOT IN USE X X X -

Handwritten on the glass.

Labels were stapled to the drawers. It seems they stored staples.

Explore

Stories of storage: theaimlessarchive.com/hu3

Walking Tour

Try out The Aimless Archive’s approach

»When: Oct 7th at 2.30.

»Where: Meet at the phone box, Coltman Street corner

Download More Prompts

Explore HU3 and post the finds tagging @EofUsHU3 and @the.aimless.archive or using the hashtag #storiesofstorageHU3

YOU CAN Look for the window with the winches, ropes, and lifting gear. What would you lift up or elevate around here?

YOU CAN Follow in the footsteps of someone you know. It could be someone from the past - it could be a relation or a friend or a pet. Re-trace a journey that they might take. Note down the things that might have been there when they were there.

YOU CAN Take a photo or make a list of items stored on the pavement.

Perhaps a shop spills onto the street - or a delivery has just been set down temporarily.