Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Catholic Resistance
Some Catholic scholars, exiled on th...
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Life in Viking York
York changed when it was captured by...
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City of Kings
The city of York and the Crown were...
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Medieval City Defences
The king was concerned with the thre...
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Trade on the Rivers
York stands at the point where two r...
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York Minster
York's cathedral church is one...
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Monastic Orders in York
As well as countless churches, Medie...
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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- King's Manor Tudor and Stuart
- Olive Oil Container
- Glazed Medieval Jug
- The York Observatory
- The Minster in the 19th Century
- Tombstone of a Roman Soldier
- Statue of an Athlete
- Gold Arm Ring
- Transport Moves On
- Water Lanes
- The Norman Castle
- York and the Restoration of the Monarchy
- The Roman Fortress
- Kirkgate: Victorian Street
- Rowntree Park