It was the day the wraps came off the long awaited Eric Morecambe statue on central promenade.
Residents and visitors turned out in their hundreds to witness the unveiling of the bronze sculpture.
And since that day, thousands of visitors have descended on the town to strike a pose with Eric and have their picture taken.
The comedian, who died in 1984, remains a household name for his comic partnership with Ernie Wise, and his statue will continue to draw visitors for many years to come.
Here are just some of the pictures from our archives which show famous people and local people posing with Eric, plus some photos from that very grand unveiling and others that trace the statue’s last 25 years.
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13. Eric statue through the years
Youngsters from a playscheme run by Lancaster City Council in fancy dress at the Eric Morecambe statue, where they held a sponsored walk to raise funds towards playscheme trips. Photo: Garth Hamer
14. Eric statue through the years
Youngsters from a Lancaster City Council playscheme in fancy dress at the Eric Morecambe statue, where they held a sponsored walk and performed the Cha Cha Slide dance. Photo: Garth Hamer
15. Eric statue through the years
The late Queen greets visitors at the statue opening in 1999. Photo: Submit
16. Eric statue through the years
Sophie and Emily Barrett with the Eric Morecambe statue sporting a vintage hand crafted jacket using upcycled clothes from Oxfam Lancaster. Photo: Garth Hamer