Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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20th Century
The twentieth century saw the city o...
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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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City Under Siege
At Selby on April 11, 1644, the parl...
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King and Court in York
April 1642: When the London mob made...
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Wartime York
York began as a fortress and has bee...
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Rebellion and Revenge
To make room for one of his castles,...
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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Monk Bar
- Roman Chimney Pot
- The New Theatre
- Church of St Helen
- 62 Low Petergate
- Elizabeth Boardingham
- A New Walk
- The Bar Convent
- Inscription to Hecules
- The White Rose of York
- The Norman House
- The First Minster
- The Minster in the 19th Century
- Bronze weights
- The First Railway Station
- Painting of 'Queen Henrietta Maria'
- Anglian Burial Vessel
- Mosaic with a Woman's Head