Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Constantine the Great
Constantine came to Britain w...
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After the Dissolution
Suddenly some of York’s magnif...
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Norman
When York was conquered by William,...
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Life Speeds Up
It was becoming easier for people to...
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Medieval
York was a dangerous, intriguing, co...
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Executions in York
On 31 March 1379 Edward Hewison was...
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City Under Siege
At Selby on April 11, 1644, the parl...
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1000 Years of Justice at York Castle
York Castle has been a site of justi...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Mithras and Arimanius
- Norman Window Frame
- Treasurer's House
- The First Railway Station
- George Leeman
- All Saints Church, North Street
- Trams Pulled by Horses
- The Minster in the 18th Century
- Silver Strap Ends
- Rebuilt in Stone
- Middleham Jewel
- King Edward II and York
- New Earswick
- Inscription from Fortress Gate
- The York Helmet
- Hair of a Roman Girl
- Anglian Hanging Bowl
- Kirkgate: Victorian Street