Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Anglo Saxon
What sort of York emerged after the...
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Victorian
York didn’t become high...
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Norman
When York was conquered by William,...
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A Blossoming Cultural Scene
The Victorian thirst for self-improv...
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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
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Trade on the Rivers
York stands at the point where two r...
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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
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York St John University
On 11 December 1839 a meeting of the...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Minster in the 20th Century
- King Edward I and York
- Amber Bead Workshop
- Victoria Bar
- York Railway Station
- George Stubbs and Whistlejacket in York
- The Basilica
- Cumberland House, King's Staith
- Skeldergate Bridge
- The Norman Castle
- William Etty, Artist
- Inscription from Fortress Gate
- The Other Castle: Baile Hill
- The Minster after the Reformation
- Viking Coins
- George Leeman
- The Horn of Ulf
- Tombstone of Julia Velva