The photo, taken on June 8, shows a staff worker explaining red or revolutionary stories recorded on archives. The Zixing City Archives Center held an open day event that day. More than 30 pupils were invited to visit the center to learn about archive work and culture. (Photo/Li Ke)

June 9 marks the International Archives Day. The day was established by the International Council on Archives (ICA) to raise awareness of the importance of archives and promote their protection and free access.

This article is from the Hunan Provincial Government www.enghunan.gov.cn.

Translator: Xiao Juan

Chinese source: hunantoday