Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
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Medical Practice in York
Medieval York was a death trap. &nbs...
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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The Roman Army in York
Over a period of about 300 years Yor...
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The End of Roman York
Eboracum (Roman York) remained an i...
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Medieval City Defences
The king was concerned with the thre...
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Viking Invasion
Led by Halfdan and Ivar the Bonel...
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Rebellion and Revenge
To make room for one of his castles,...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- York Guildhall Painted Glass Window
- Gold Finger Ring
- Central Methodist Chapel
- York's Medieval Synagogue
- Monk Bar
- Walmgate Bar
- York's Airfield
- Scarborough Bridge
- Holy Trinity Church
- Minster Library
- Medieval Prisons
- York Garrison
- Tombstone of a Roman Soldier
- The Greyfriars
- Joseph Aloysius Hansom
- St Martin Le Grand Church
- The York Helmet
- Aldwark Synagogue