Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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After The Romans
The period of York's history from 40...
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Who Were the Vikings?
Vikings were sea-borne Scandinavians...
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The York Abbey, St Mary's
St Mary's Abbey in York was a g...
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Roman Empire Governed from York
The Roman world was governed from w...
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Early Christian York
In 601, Pope Gregory decided to se...
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1000 Years of Justice at York Castle
York Castle has been a site of justi...
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Prehistory
Human beings have lived in the immed...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Henry Percy and The Percy Panels
- The Minster in the 20th Century
- Holy Trinity Church
- Tombstone of Julia Velva
- The Assembly Rooms
- The First Railway Station
- The Horn of Ulf
- Norman Window Frame
- York and Ripon Diocesan Training School for Masters
- Rebuilt in Stone
- Central Methodist Chapel
- The Minster in the 18th Century
- King Richard III and York
- Fishergate Bar
- Rowntree Park
- A New Walk