Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Norman
When York was conquered by William,...
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Impact of the Reformation
Henry VIII's reformation of the chur...
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Early Christian York
In 601, Pope Gregory decided to se...
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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Horse Racing in York
' Every year there be more noble lo...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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20th Century
The twentieth century saw the city o...
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A Learning City
York has always been a place of lear...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Cardinal Wolsey, Archbishop
- Constantius Chlorus
- Painting of 'Queen Henrietta Maria'
- Priory Church of the Holy Trinity
- Feeding Roman York
- Monk Bar
- Eric Bloodaxe
- The Minster in the 20th Century
- The Shambles
- Lendal Tower
- Joseph Terry & Sons: Chocolate Manufacturers
- Church of All Saints Pavement
- The Basilica
- De Grey Rooms
- Robert Holgate, Archbishop
- York's Airfield
- St Crux's Church
- William Etty, Artist