Here is a collection of photos from the day that shops, pits, factories and Roker Park held their last ever shift.
It is a poignant collection of images including Binns, Wearmouth pit, Crowtree Leisure Centre and one particular Sunderland school.
And we also have a Joplings scene of staff shortly after the store closed.
Take a look and then get in touch to re-live the memories.
1. Hand in hand at Binns
The last day at Binns in 1993. Were you there at the finale? Photo: se
2. The last day at Arc International
Glass production came to an end at Arc International in 2007. The two longest serving employees - Alan Donkin and Brian Stevenson - were presented with a commemorative piece marking Pyrex glass production in Sunderland. It was team leader John Wilson who produced the last glass at the factory. Photo: PB
3. A farewell to Roker Park
Sunderland fans who watched SAFC's last league game at Roker Park, against Everton in 1997. Were you there? Photo: se
4. End of an era in 2003
The last day of Kwik Save in Park Lane. Pictured at the front are three people who joined on the day it opened - Kevin Wardropper, Carol Jobling and Debbie O'Ware. Photo: PB