Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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Georgian Architecture
York was fortunate to undergo a buil...
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Monastic Orders in York
As well as countless churches, Medie...
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Early Christian York
In 601, Pope Gregory decided to se...
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Executions in York
On 31 March 1379 Edward Hewison was...
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A Learning City
York has always been a place of lear...
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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Cumberland House, King's Staith
- Viking Boot
- Viking Sword Pommel
- St Leonard's Hospital
- De Grey Rooms
- King Edward II and York
- Gold Finger Ring
- The Newgate Cross Shaft
- Mithras and Arimanius
- Vikings and Christianity
- The Minster in the 20th Century
- King's Manor - Victorian
- The York Observatory
- Clifford's Tower
- Fairfax House
- The Guildhall
- York Union Gas Works