Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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York in the Civil War
After the king left the city, York w...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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A City Left Behind
The industrial revolution had far le...
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20th Century
The twentieth century saw the city o...
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1000 Years of Justice at York Castle
York Castle has been a site of justi...
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Catholic Resistance
Some Catholic scholars, exiled on th...
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A List of Key Dates in York's History
A brief chronology of the city: Rom...
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Life in the Abbey
St Mary's Abbey in York was Benedict...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- King Richard II and York
- A New Walk
- Lendal Tower
- Mary Ward
- Cardinal Wolsey, Archbishop
- The Medieval Castle
- Second World War York
- The Basilica
- Joseph Terry & Sons: Chocolate Manufacturers
- Queen Margaret's Arch
- The Mansion House
- Merchant Adventurers' Hall
- Bootham Bar
- The 1190 Massacre
- Minster Library
- Coppergate & Jorvik Viking Centre
- The Mystery Plays