Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Build-up to Civil War
Charles I came to the throne in 1625...
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Medieval City Defences
The king was concerned with the thre...
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Catholic Resistance
Some Catholic scholars, exiled on th...
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The York City Walls
The city or ‘bar’ walls...
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A Learning City
York has always been a place of lear...
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Horse Racing in York
' Every year there be more noble lo...
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The Roman Civilian Settlement
In AD 71, the Ninth Legion of the Ro...
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The Roman Army in York
Over a period of about 300 years Yor...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Anglian Cross
- Medieval Chamber Pot
- Military Belt Fitting
- The Assembly Rooms
- York Garrison
- Bones of a Roman Combatant
- The Medieval Abbey
- Statue of an Athlete
- Micklegate Bar
- Anglian Burial Vessel
- York Bombed
- Minster Library
- King's Manor - Victorian
- The Minster in the 20th Century
- Silver Strap Ends
- York Art Gallery
- The Pilgrimage of Grace
- Fishergate Bar