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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25. Eric statue through the years
The Eric Morecambe Statue dressed up as a scary clown. Photo: Seldon Scott
26. Eric statue through the years
Local people with ME took their shoes and messages along to the Eric statue to bring attention to issues people with ME face. The action, supported by Morecambe Bay ME Group, was part of the Millions Missing global campaign to highlight the struggles of people with ME. Photo: Jon Mills
27. Eric statue through the years
Child's Play toddlers arrive at the Eric Morecambe statue at the end of a sponsored toddle in aid of Barnado's. Photo: Steve Pendrill
28. Eric statue through the years
The Eric Morecambe statue after overnight snow. Photo: Garth Hamer