You can archive your message threads in Messages app by long-pressing on a thread. When you long-press a thread, a menu will display on the top-right with a few icons. You can tap on the file icon with a downward arrow. You can access archived messages by tapping on the "More" menu (Hamburger button) then "Archive".
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