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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York St John University
On 11 December 1839 a meeting of the...
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The York City Walls
The city or ‘bar’ walls...
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York Minster
York's cathedral church is one...
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Executions in York
On 31 March 1379 Edward Hewison was...
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After The Romans
The period of York's history from 40...
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The Roman Civilian Settlement
In AD 71, the Ninth Legion of the Ro...
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Rebellion and Revenge
To make room for one of his castles,...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Cardinal Wolsey, Archbishop
- 62 Low Petergate
- The Railway Institute
- The Norman Minster
- The Abbot's House
- Rebuilt in Stone
- Viking Silk Cap
- The Red Tower
- St Martin Le Grand Church
- Roman Head Pot
- The End of the Abbey
- A New University
- Fire in the Minster
- The Greyfriars
- The Basilica
- All Saints Church, North Street
- Norman Window Frame
- Olive Oil Container