Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
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King and Court in York
April 1642: When the London mob made...
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The Roman Civilian Settlement
In AD 71, the Ninth Legion of the Ro...
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Anglo Saxon
What sort of York emerged after the...
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Viking Invasion
Led by Halfdan and Ivar the Bonel...
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A Regional Capital
The abolition of the Council in the...
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Early Christian York
In 601, Pope Gregory decided to se...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- York's Coat of Arms
- View from Station Rise
- Barley Hall
- Artists, Writers and Scientists
- Painting of 'Russian Icons'
- The White Rose of York
- The Bar Convent
- Anglian Cross
- The Other Castle: Baile Hill
- Church of St Marys Bishophill Junior
- Norman Window Frame
- St Michael-Le-Belfrey Church
- Vale of York Viking Hoard
- King Edward II and York
- The Medieval Abbey
- Rebuilt in Stone
- The Guildhall
- Constantius Chlorus