Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
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Build-up to Civil War
Charles I came to the throne in 1625...
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Roman Empire Governed from York
The Roman world was governed from w...
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The Roman Army in York
Over a period of about 300 years Yor...
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New Century and New Standards
A housing revolution Benjamin Seebo...
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Horse Racing in York
' Every year there be more noble lo...
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The Railway Revolution
The railways saved York from stagnat...
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Medical Practice in York
Medieval York was a death trap. &nbs...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Minster Library
- Daniel Defoe's York
- Yorkshire Museum
- Bone Trial Piece
- Anglian Hanging Bowl
- The New Theatre
- Gold Finger Ring
- Painting of 'Russian Icons'
- The Medieval Castle
- King's Manor - Victorian
- The Council of Arles
- Bones of a Roman Combatant
- The Mansion House
- De Grey Rooms
- Water Lanes
- The Newgate Cross Shaft
- Saints and Prophets Statues from St. Marys Abbey
- Ripon College for Women