Windrush Stories
75 years ago, the ship Empire Windrush arrived at Tilbury Docks, Essex. Discover how it changed London forever.
The new museum coming in 2026 will be situated at the heart of the capital’s historic Smithfield area next to Farringdon.
Until then, the fun continues at our Docklands museum!
75 years ago, the ship Empire Windrush arrived at Tilbury Docks, Essex. Discover how it changed London forever.
From never-heard-before oral histories to articles exploring our extensive photography collection, we have curated a selection of content that explores the history of the African-Caribbean community in London.