Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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York Minster
York's cathedral church is one...
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The Railway Revolution
The railways saved York from stagnat...
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City of Kings
The city of York and the Crown were...
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New Century and New Standards
A housing revolution Benjamin Seebo...
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Viking
The Vikings are easily reduced to a...
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A Blossoming Cultural Scene
The Victorian thirst for self-improv...
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Medical Practice in York
Medieval York was a death trap. &nbs...
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Seal of Snarrus the Tax Collector
- York Bombed
- Gold Arm Ring
- The Battle of the Standard
- Statue of an Athlete
- Teaching the Poor
- York and Ripon Diocesan Training School for Masters
- Viking Boot
- The Railway King: George Hudson
- York's Airfield
- Roman Head Pot
- The Crossed Keys Symbol
- Fishergate Bar
- Bootham School
- Middleham Jewel
- Crest of York St John College
- York Castle Museum