Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Victorian
York didn’t become high...
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After the Dissolution
Suddenly some of York’s magnif...
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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Viking Invasion
Led by Halfdan and Ivar the Bonel...
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After The Romans
The period of York's history from 40...
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
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Impact of the Reformation
Henry VIII's reformation of the chur...
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Medical Practice in York
Medieval York was a death trap. &nbs...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Jewbury Cemetery
- The Female Prison
- A Pipkin
- York Central Library
- Rebuilt in Stone
- Olive Oil Container
- All Saints Church, North Street
- The Medieval Abbey
- The Medieval Castle
- Stonegate
- Mosaic with a Woman's Head
- York Union Gas Works
- Priory Church of the Holy Trinity
- The White Rose of York
- St Crux's Church
- The York Hoard
- Military Belt Fitting
- Aldwark Synagogue