Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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20th Century
The twentieth century saw the city o...
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Horse Racing in York
' Every year there be more noble lo...
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A Blossoming Cultural Scene
The Victorian thirst for self-improv...
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The Roman Civilian Settlement
In AD 71, the Ninth Legion of the Ro...
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Monastic Orders in York
As well as countless churches, Medie...
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Trade on the Rivers
York stands at the point where two r...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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Life in the Abbey
St Mary's Abbey in York was Benedict...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Mithras and Arimanius
- York Central Library
- Robert Holgate, Archbishop
- The Battle of the Standard
- Walmgate Bar
- Stonegate
- Roman Chimney Pot
- 62 Low Petergate
- St William's Shrine
- York and the Jacobite Rebellions
- Mary Ward
- The Head Office of the North Eastern Railway
- The First Minster
- First World War Memorial
- Viking Sword Pommel
- Margaret Clitherow
- Treasurer's House