Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Rebellion and Revenge
To make room for one of his castles,...
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A Blossoming Cultural Scene
The Victorian thirst for self-improv...
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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After The Romans
The period of York's history from 40...
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York Minster
York's cathedral church is one...
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A City Left Behind
The industrial revolution had far le...
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Constantine the Great
Constantine came to Britain w...
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Monastic Orders in York
As well as countless churches, Medie...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Robert Holgate, Archbishop
- The Shambles
- Kirkgate: Victorian Street
- Monk Bar
- First World War Memorial
- The York Hoard
- Merchant Adventurers' Hall
- De Grey Rooms
- Fire in the Minster
- Henry Percy and The Percy Panels
- The Medieval Minster
- The Greyfriars
- Coppergate & Jorvik Viking Centre
- Anglian Burial Vessel
- The Battle of Marston Moor
- The Bar Convent