This July, the Royal Albert Dock officially turns 180! Since its grand opening by Prince Albert on July 30, 1846, our iconic waterfront has been the backdrop to Liverpool’s greatest moments, evolution, and everyday stories.
To mark nearly two centuries as the beating heart of the city, we are launching a spectacular summer-long celebration which will shine a light on the collective memories of the people who make the Dock such a special place to visit.
Explore how you can join the celebrations below:
We are launching a city-wide search to find 180 public memories, from nostalgic family days out in the 80s to modern-day selfies at the Beatles Story, with the chance to have your image chosen to be featured on a Dock Shorts Projection against the facade of the Maritime Museum, and in a permanent digital memory book.
Submit your favourite photographs and stories and watch your memories come to life at our spectacular finale celebrations at the end of September.
From a pioneering, industrial shipping marvel in 1846 to the vibrant cultural capital it is today, the Dock has undergone an incredible transformation. Take a journey through our history to see how much has changed while our historic red colonnades remained constant.
Celebrate 180 years of Royal Albert Dock Liverpool with a spectacular retrospective light projection on the façade of the Maritime Museum, running throughout August from 9:45pm-11.45pm. Curated by acclaimed Liverpool photographer Mark McNulty, the large-scale installation transforms the dock’s iconic brickwork into an open-air gallery, showcasing striking images that capture the dock’s music, nightlife and maritime heritage since the 1980s.
From rum and brandy to exotic herbs and spices, the Dock once welcomed the world’s most sought-after ingredients. Today, our incredible selection of bars and restaurants have reimagined those flavours, discover how they are serving up history on your next visit.
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