Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The End of Roman York
Eboracum (Roman York) remained an i...
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Tudor Troubles
Richard III had been a friend to Yor...
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A Blossoming Cultural Scene
The Victorian thirst for self-improv...
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York St John University
On 11 December 1839 a meeting of the...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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Anglo Scandinavian York
The period of York's history between...
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Viking Invasion
Led by Halfdan and Ivar the Bonel...
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Tudor/Stuart
The arrival of the Tudors in 1485, w...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Greyfriars
- King's Manor - Victorian
- York Garrison
- The Medieval Castle
- Gold Finger Ring
- Inscription from Fortress Gate
- Archbishop Scrope Executed
- Bone Trial Piece
- First World War Memorial
- The Norman Castle
- Seal of Snarrus the Tax Collector
- Treasurer's House
- Lendal Tower
- The First Minster
- Jubbergate
- St Leonard's Hospital
- Minster Library
- Teaching the Poor