Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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A Blossoming Cultural Scene
The Victorian thirst for self-improv...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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Life Speeds Up
It was becoming easier for people to...
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York St John University
On 11 December 1839 a meeting of the...
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After the Dissolution
Suddenly some of York’s magnif...
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
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Catholic Resistance
Some Catholic scholars, exiled on th...
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The Roman Army in York
Over a period of about 300 years Yor...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- St Columba's United Reformed Church
- Medieval Chamber Pot
- Judges Lodging
- Church of All Saints Pavement
- St Michael-Le-Belfrey Church
- King Richard III and York
- Roman Head Pot
- Fairfax House
- The First Minster
- The 1190 Massacre
- The Council of Arles
- St Martin Le Grand Church
- De Grey Rooms
- Ouse Bridge
- The Multangular Tower
- Lendal Tower
- Central Methodist Chapel