Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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York in the Civil War
After the king left the city, York w...
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New Century and New Standards
A housing revolution Benjamin Seebo...
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The York City Walls
The city or ‘bar’ walls...
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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
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Medical Practice in York
Medieval York was a death trap. &nbs...
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Norman Religious Buildings
The religious foundations laid by th...
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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York Minster
York's cathedral church is one...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Minster in the 19th Century
- The Horn of Ulf
- Medieval Chamber Pot
- The Victorian Prison Building
- The First Minster
- The Red Tower
- Holy Trinity Church
- The Head Office of the North Eastern Railway
- Middleham Jewel
- Feeding Roman York
- Walmgate Bar
- A New Walk
- Inscription from Fortress Gate
- Jubbergate
- Gold Arm Ring
- Bootham School
- A Pipkin