Family History Day

70 years after the Battle of Britain, Dunkirk and the Blitz have you ever wondered what part your ancestors played in the momentous events of 1940?

This Family History Day will give you the opportunity to speak to a range of experts, as well as attend special lectures offering advice on how to find out more about your family.

Visitors will also be able to visit the new Explore History Centre, a specially-designed public space where anyone can drop in for free and uncover their past through searching the Imperial War Museum's vast collections.