when was the albert hall built

The Albert Hall, officially known as the Royal Albert Hall of Arts and Sciences, was built between 1867 and 1871. The foundation stone was laid by Queen Victoria on May 20, 1867, and the hall was officially opened by her on March 29, 1871. The hall was named in memory of her husband, Prince Albert, who had died in 1861. The building was constructed as a memorial to Prince Albert and was intended to be a major venue for arts and sciences events.