The Market Square is usually a bustling hub of Sunderland life.
To prove it, we gathered nine photos from the Echo archives to show just how much has happened there in the last 50 years.
Join us for a look at Chinese New Year celebrations, a visit by a rock star and traditional dance with a Wearside legend in it.
1. A medley of Market Square scenes
Photos to span 50 years of the Market Square's history.
2. Seen in 1974
It's 50 years since this 1974 photo was taken, showing shoppers out in force.
3. An old tradition
This performance of the Lambton Worm was held in 1974 as part of the Wearmouth 1300 Festival.
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