We have 9 photos to remind you of 1997 to 1999 with everything from school choirs to sporting action to stir the memories.
So while you were watching Titanic and The Full Monty, all this was happening closer to home.
Take a look, re-live the memories and then get in touch to tell us more.
1. Going retro at Eldon Grove
These Eldon Grove School pupils looked like they were having a great time in period costume in 1999. Who can tell us more? Photo: hm
2. The magnificent mural and more in 1999
Marks and Spencer, the Millennium Mural, McDondalss and Middleton Grange Shopping Centre. What more could you want in 1999. Photo: FRANK REID 2014
3. On song in 1997
This choir was in full flow in Hartlepool 23 years ago but what was the occasion? Photo: hm
4. Pools in action
Tommy Miller on the ball in this scene from a home match with Swansea. Were you there? Photo: FRANK REID