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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The York City Walls
The city or ‘bar’ walls...
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Impact of the Reformation
Henry VIII's reformation of the chur...
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Build-up to Civil War
Charles I came to the throne in 1625...
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Georgian Architecture
York was fortunate to undergo a buil...
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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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Victorian
York didn’t become high...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Roman Fortress
- York and Ripon Diocesan Training School for Masters
- York Central Library
- Military Belt Fitting
- Inside the Roman Fortress
- Lendal Bridge
- Inscription from Fortress Gate
- Viking Sword Pommel
- Artists, Writers and Scientists
- Painting of 'Queen Henrietta Maria'
- Glazed Medieval Jug
- 62 Low Petergate
- Fairfax House
- Olive Oil Container
- Jewbury Cemetery
- The Minster in the 18th Century
- The Horn of Ulf
- Treasurer's House