Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Victorian
York didn’t become high...
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20th Century
The twentieth century saw the city o...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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A Learning City
York has always been a place of lear...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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The Railway Revolution
The railways saved York from stagnat...
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
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The Roman Army in York
Over a period of about 300 years Yor...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Rowntree & Co: Chocolate Manufacturers
- Bootham School
- Vale of York Viking Hoard
- Rebuilt in Stone
- The Norman Minster
- Norman Window Frame
- Guy Fawkes
- Skeldergate Bridge
- The Pilgrimage of Grace
- Aldwark Synagogue
- Bone Trial Piece
- De Grey Rooms
- Middleham Jewel
- Anglian Burial Vessel
- The Hospitium
- George Stubbs and Whistlejacket in York
- Medieval Prisons
- York's Coat of Arms