Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Roman Empire Governed from York
The Roman world was governed from w...
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Life in Viking York
York changed when it was captured by...
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Early Christian York
In 601, Pope Gregory decided to se...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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Rebellion and Revenge
To make room for one of his castles,...
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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Tudor Troubles Two
The Tudor dynasty was a religious ro...
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Trade on the Rivers
York stands at the point where two r...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- York Railway Station
- Tombstone of Julia Velva
- Cardinal Wolsey, Archbishop
- Judges Lodging
- A New University
- The Abbot's House
- The Mystery Plays
- Anglian Hanging Bowl
- Statue of an Athlete
- York Garrison
- The First Minster
- Joseph Terry & Sons: Chocolate Manufacturers
- Inscription to Hecules
- Saints and Prophets Statues from St. Marys Abbey
- The Minster in the 19th Century
- St Martin Le Grand Church
- Cumberland House, King's Staith