Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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York in the Civil War
After the king left the city, York w...
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The York City Walls
The city or ‘bar’ walls...
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Life in Viking York
York changed when it was captured by...
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Georgian Architecture
York was fortunate to undergo a buil...
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Rebellion and Revenge
To make room for one of his castles,...
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Medical Practice in York
Medieval York was a death trap. &nbs...
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Industrialisation
In the latter half of the 19th centu...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Mithras and Arimanius
- Lendal Bridge
- Bronze weights
- Jewbury Cemetery
- King Edward III and York
- Tombstone of Julia Velva
- Central Methodist Chapel
- Roman Gods and Goddesses
- Olive Oil Container
- York Castle Museum
- Our Lady's Row
- Stonegate
- St Columba's United Reformed Church
- Rebuilt in Stone
- First World War York
- York Art Gallery
- Medieval Prisons