Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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City Under Siege
At Selby on April 11, 1644, the parl...
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A City Left Behind
The industrial revolution had far le...
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Norman Religious Buildings
The religious foundations laid by th...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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Impact of the Reformation
Henry VIII's reformation of the chur...
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Who Were the Vikings?
Vikings were sea-borne Scandinavians...
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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
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Anglo Scandinavian York
The period of York's history between...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Artists, Writers and Scientists
- Eye Doctor's Branding Tool
- Bone Trial Piece
- The County Court House
- Is York Cursed?
- Fishergate Bar
- Silver Strap Ends
- Saints and Prophets Statues from St. Marys Abbey
- Church of St Helen
- Viking Sword Pommel
- Viking Coins
- King's Manor - Victorian
- Victoria Bar
- Yorkshire Museum
- A New Walk
- Military Belt Fitting
- Ouse Bridge