Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Georgian
Georgian York was no longer a city o...
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Roman
The city was founded in or around AD...
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The End of Roman York
Eboracum (Roman York) remained an i...
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Norman Religious Buildings
The religious foundations laid by th...
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Horse Racing in York
' Every year there be more noble lo...
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A City Left Behind
The industrial revolution had far le...
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After The Romans
The period of York's history from 40...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- First World War Memorial
- The Hospitium
- St Michael-Le-Belfrey Church
- The Red Tower
- Bootham School
- The County Court House
- Norman Window Frame
- King Edward III and York
- Medieval Chamber Pot
- Tombstone of Julia Velva
- Seal of Snarrus the Tax Collector
- Queen Margaret's Arch
- Merchant Adventurers' Hall
- Walmgate Bar
- Fairfax House
- Inscription from Fortress Gate
- The Other Castle: Baile Hill