Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Impact of the Reformation
Henry VIII's reformation of the chur...
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York Castle
Together with the Abbey and the C...
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The Railway Revolution
The railways saved York from stagnat...
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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Roman Empire Governed from York
The Roman world was governed from w...
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Anglo Scandinavian York
The period of York's history between...
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A List of Key Dates in York's History
A brief chronology of the city: Rom...
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- William Etty, Artist
- York Bombed
- York St John in the 20th Century
- Viking Silk Cap
- Cumberland House, King's Staith
- Clifford's Tower
- The Dissolution of the Monasteries
- Royal Station Hotel
- York and Ripon Diocesan Training School for Masters
- Statue of the God Mars
- Mosaic with a Woman's Head
- Skeldergate Bridge
- York Railway Station
- The Roman Fortress
- York's Coat of Arms
- The Retreat
- Our Lady's Row
- St Michael-Le-Belfrey Church