Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The Roman Army in York
Over a period of about 300 years Yor...
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City of Kings
The city of York and the Crown were...
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Catholic Resistance
Some Catholic scholars, exiled on th...
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A List of Key Dates in York's History
A brief chronology of the city: Rom...
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The Roman Civilian Settlement
In AD 71, the Ninth Legion of the Ro...
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Life in the Abbey
St Mary's Abbey in York was Benedict...
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
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Life in Viking York
York changed when it was captured by...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Barker Tower
- Barley Hall
- Is York Cursed?
- The Mystery Plays
- The Roman Fortress
- First World War York
- Eye Doctor's Branding Tool
- Rebuilt in Stone
- The Other Castle: Baile Hill
- Military Belt Fitting
- The Minster in the 18th Century
- Bronze Seal Matrix of the Merchant Adventurers' Almshouse
- A New Walk
- Painting of 'The Brig Studley'
- St Columba's United Reformed Church
- The Red Tower
- Second World War York