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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Catholic Resistance
Some Catholic scholars, exiled on th...
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The York Abbey, St Mary's
St Mary's Abbey in York was a g...
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York Castle
Together with the Abbey and the C...
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Who Were the Vikings?
Vikings were sea-borne Scandinavians...
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Norman Religious Buildings
The religious foundations laid by th...
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Life Speeds Up
It was becoming easier for people to...
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The Guilds of York
Guilds are formal groups of citizens...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- John Carr - Architect
- The 1190 Massacre
- Constantius Chlorus
- Inside the Roman Fortress
- William Etty, Artist
- Inscription to Hecules
- The Crossed Keys Symbol
- Daniel Defoe's York
- Walmgate Bar
- Barker Tower
- Silver Strap Ends
- Transport Moves On
- The Debtors' Prison
- Amber Bead Workshop
- Teaching the Poor
- Bootham School
- York's Coat of Arms