Alexandra Palace was opened in 1873, having been designed as the ‘Palace of the People’, to provide entertainment and recreation for the masses. Today the Park and Palace are run by a charity – the Alexandra Park and Palace Charitable Trust – which continues this mission by caring for and restoring the listed Palace and 196 acres of awarding-winning parkland, as well as delivering our year-round programme of cultural, leisure and learning. OUR PURPOSE Enriching lives, through great experiences, forever. OUR MISSION To repair, restore and maintain the park and palace for the recreation and enjoyment of the public forever. OUR VISION To create a sustainable home for all that we do. Enabling everyone to experience inspirational culture, world-class entertainment, unique heritage, life-enriching creative and educational opportunities and restorative green space. Forever.