Today is #WindrushDay2020. 72 years ago, the Empire Windrush docked in Tilbury, Essex. On board were hundreds of people from the Caribbean, invited by the British government to take up vital jobs and help rebuild the country. (Image: Trinity Mirror/Mirrorpix/Alamy Stock Photo)1/6

Every passenger on board – and the thousands who subsequently made similar journeys – has their own story to tell, knowledge to impart and and legacy to share. (Image: Daily Herald Archive/National Science & Media Museum/ Science & Society Picture Library) #WindrushDay2020 2/6

Now more than ever, it’s important to recognise and celebrate the lives, achievements, struggles and contributions of the Windrush Generation and their families and to amplify the voices of our friends and neighbours with a connection to this historic moment. #WindrushDay2020 3/6

Last year, we welcomed 12 Windrush Generation elders and their families to our museum, where, alongside artist EVEWRIGHT, we ate together and shared stories within @EvewrightStudio's Caribbean Takeaway Takeover installation. (Image: EVEWRIGHT) #WindrushDay2020 4/6

Sadly due to the pandemic, we can't host a similar celebration this year. But we can still be a platform to bring people together and share stories. Throughout the day, we'll be sharing personal perspectives on what Windrush means to people. #WindrushDay2020 5/6

And we'd love to hear from you. Let us know what Windrush means to you throughout the day using the hashtag #Windrushtome. (Image © EVEWRIGHT) #WindrushDay2020 6/6