Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Medical Practice in York
Medieval York was a death trap. &nbs...
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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
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Early Christian York
In 601, Pope Gregory decided to se...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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York's Jewish History - An Audio Trail
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Tudor Troubles Two
The Tudor dynasty was a religious ro...
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
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York Castle
Together with the Abbey and the C...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Barley Hall
- Inscription to Hecules
- The End of the Abbey
- Micklegate Bar
- Amber Bead Workshop
- The Hospitium
- York's Coat of Arms
- The White Rose of York
- York's Medieval Synagogue
- The York Helmet
- Statue of Napoleon
- Cardinal Wolsey, Archbishop
- The Bar Convent
- York Castle Museum
- Walmgate Bar
- Silver Strap Ends
- York Union Gas Works