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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City Under Siege
At Selby on April 11, 1644, the parl...
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Norman Reconstruction
William stayed in York in Christmas...
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Horse Racing in York
' Every year there be more noble lo...
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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
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The Railway Revolution
The railways saved York from stagnat...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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Tudor Troubles
Richard III had been a friend to Yor...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Sixties York
- Scarborough Bridge
- De Grey Rooms
- Cinema Comes to York
- William Etty, Artist
- Fire in the Minster
- The Battle of Marston Moor
- Holy Trinity Church
- Industrial Upheaval
- The New Theatre
- Henry Percy and The Percy Panels
- Victoria Bar
- George Stubbs and Whistlejacket in York
- The York Observatory
- The Minster in the 19th Century
- The Norman House
- Tombstone of a Roman Soldier