Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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New Century and New Standards
A housing revolution Benjamin Seebo...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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After The Romans
The period of York's history from 40...
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The York Abbey, St Mary's
St Mary's Abbey in York was a g...
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Roman Empire Governed from York
The Roman world was governed from w...
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Trade on the Rivers
York stands at the point where two r...
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A Blossoming Cultural Scene
The Victorian thirst for self-improv...
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Tudor Troubles
Richard III had been a friend to Yor...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- York Railway Station
- The Multangular Tower
- The Newgate Cross Shaft
- The York Observatory
- First World War York
- New Shopping Centres
- The Other Castle: Baile Hill
- Painting of 'The Brig Studley'
- The End of the Abbey
- Eye Doctor's Branding Tool
- The Black Death
- York and the Restoration of the Monarchy
- The Minster after the Reformation
- Lendal Bridge
- Church of St Helen
- Ouse Bridge
- Saint William: Patron Saint of York
- Military Belt Fitting