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 Railway Revolution
The railways saved York from stagnat...
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A List of Key Dates in York's History
A brief chronology of the city: Rom...
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Impact of the Reformation
Henry VIII's reformation of the chur...
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Guild Halls of York
The biggest guilds were rich and pow...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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City of Kings
The city of York and the Crown were...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- All Saints Church, North Street
- Joseph Aloysius Hansom
- First World War Memorial
- St William's Shrine
- The Railway Institute
- Middleham Jewel
- Royal Station Hotel
- Merchant Adventurers' Hall
- Eye Doctor's Branding Tool
- Norman Window Frame
- Anglian Cross
- Vale of York Viking Hoard
- Guy Fawkes
- The Minster in Viking Times
- The Newgate Cross Shaft
- View from Station Rise
- Gold Finger Ring