Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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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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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
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Tudor/Stuart
The arrival of the Tudors in 1485, w...
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A Blossoming Cultural Scene
The Victorian thirst for self-improv...
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A Jewish History Audio Tour
This Trail is produced by IPUP, The...
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Trade on the Rivers
York stands at the point where two r...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Skeldergate Bridge
- King Edward II and York
- Bronze Seal Matrix of the Merchant Adventurers' Almshouse
- Military Belt Fitting
- Mosaic with a Woman's Head
- Anglian Hanging Bowl
- The Council of Arles
- Inscription to Hecules
- The Medieval Abbey
- Roman Chimney Pot
- Robert Holgate, Archbishop
- Judges Lodging
- Viking Male Grooming
- Margaret Clitherow
- The Debtors' Prison
- The Medieval Castle
- First World War Memorial
- Royal Station Hotel