Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Medieval
York was a dangerous, intriguing, co...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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Tudor Troubles Two
The Tudor dynasty was a religious ro...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
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Georgian Architecture
York was fortunate to undergo a buil...
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After The Romans
The period of York's history from 40...
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Rebellion and Revenge
To make room for one of his castles,...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Schools in Tudor and Stuart York
- Henry Percy and The Percy Panels
- 62 Low Petergate
- The Retreat
- Bootham School
- King's Manor - Victorian
- William Etty, Artist
- The Victorian Prison Building
- The Mystery Plays
- Church of St Olave
- King Edward II and York
- King Richard II and York
- The Minster in the 19th Century
- Inscription from Fortress Gate
- Bathurst House 86, Micklegate
- The Mansion House
- The Other Castle: Baile Hill