Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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Impact of the Reformation
Henry VIII's reformation of the chur...
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York in the Civil War
After the king left the city, York w...
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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
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Viking timeline
793 – Viking raiders attack Li...
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York St John University
On 11 December 1839 a meeting of the...
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Life Speeds Up
It was becoming easier for people to...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- St Martin Le Grand Church
- Mary Ward
- Judges Lodging
- Eye Doctor's Branding Tool
- The Medieval Minster
- King Edward III and York
- Viking Boot
- Scarborough Bridge
- First World War Memorial
- The Norman Castle
- Henry Percy and The Percy Panels
- The Minster in Viking Times
- Seal of Snarrus the Tax Collector
- The Pilgrimage of Grace
- King Richard II and York
- Saints and Prophets Statues from St. Marys Abbey
- The Abbot's House