This picture shows Prince Alfred, Duke of Edinburgh’s landing at Pedder’s Wharf, where he was redceived by the Governor, Sir Richard Graves Macdonnell, and by Lady Macdonnell, with the members of the Legislative Council, the colonial officials, and the officers of the garrison. During his visit, the Prince attended several public entertainments, besides laying the foundation stone of the new choir of St. John’s Cathedral, and formallly opening the new City Hall. This picture comprises a view of part of the harbour, with the shipping at anchor, and the mountains of that island in the background.