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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King and Court in York
April 1642: When the London mob made...
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Build-up to Civil War
Charles I came to the throne in 1625...
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Tudor Troubles
Richard III had been a friend to Yor...
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Constantine the Great
Constantine came to Britain w...
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After the Dissolution
Suddenly some of York’s magnif...
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After The Romans
The period of York's history from 40...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Cardinal Wolsey, Archbishop
- Priory Church of the Holy Trinity
- The Cawood Sword
- The Council of Arles
- King Richard II and York
- Aldwark Synagogue
- Roman Head Pot
- All Saints Church, North Street
- Gold Finger Ring
- Viking Male Grooming
- York Railway Station
- Bronze weights
- Rowntree & Co: Chocolate Manufacturers
- Fire in the Minster
- Norman Window Frame
- Viking Coins
- Trams Pulled by Horses
- York Bombed