Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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York in the Civil War
After the king left the city, York w...
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A City Protected by Water
The Romans chose York’s locati...
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After the Dissolution
Suddenly some of York’s magnif...
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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
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1000 Years of Justice at York Castle
York Castle has been a site of justi...
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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
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New Century and New Standards
A housing revolution Benjamin Seebo...
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The Downside of Victorian York
Behind the genteel, historic charact...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- King Edward III and York
- Bootham School
- 62 Low Petergate
- The Norman House
- Tombstone of Julia Velva
- York Castle Museum
- The Council of Arles
- York and Ripon Diocesan Training School for Masters
- Painting of 'The Brig Studley'
- Roman Gods and Goddesses
- Roman Chimney Pot
- The Female Prison
- Royal Station Hotel
- The Horn of Ulf
- Military Belt Fitting
- The White Rose of York