A youth-led community archive
Celebrating the traditions, memories, and cultural identities of Princeton residents through storytelling and art.
The exchange
Every story in this archive comes from someone in our community—a family tradition, a migration journey, a holiday recipe, a meaningful photograph, or a memory passed down through generations.
You’ll find these voices here and at Cultural Pathway Stations across town, each connecting our everyday places to the lives and histories around them.
The digital archive
Memories, objects, recipes, photographs, and experiences shared by Princeton residents. The archive is just beginning.
Shared by Anonymous
For some families, Thanksgiving traditions are defined by recipes. For others, they're defined by how the meal comes together on the plate. This story celebrates a Thanksgiving ritual where every forkful is a different combination of familiar flavors.
Read the storyShared by Anonymous
A classic Korean dish of thinly sliced, marinated beef, bulgogi has long been enjoyed at family meals, celebrations, and gatherings with friends.
Read the story02 Published community stories in the growing archive.
Across town
Small public displays bring local stories into libraries, cafés, community centers, and other places woven into daily life.
Coming Soon
Each station includes a story excerpt, artwork, and a QR code linking back to the full archive.
About the project
The Princeton Cultural Exchange is a youth-led community initiative that collects and shares cultural stories from residents across Princeton.
Founded through the ONE Project, it aims to create a growing record of Princeton’s cultural diversity—one that is accessible, welcoming, and shaped directly by the voices of the people who live here.
The project is led by Nicola Schmidt, an incoming junior at Princeton High School, with guidance from mentors and support from community partners.
Contact Nicola
Add your voice
Share a memory, family ritual, holiday celebration, migration journey, recipe, object, place, or moment that reflects your heritage and identity.
