Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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20th Century
The twentieth century saw the city o...
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The Railway Revolution
The railways saved York from stagnat...
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The Roman Army in York
Over a period of about 300 years Yor...
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Horse Racing in York
' Every year there be more noble lo...
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York's Jewish History - An Audio Trail
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
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Medieval
York was a dangerous, intriguing, co...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Saints and Prophets Statues from St. Marys Abbey
- York and the Holocaust
- The Minster in the 18th Century
- Dick Turpin
- A New Walk
- Olive Oil Container
- Elizabeth Boardingham
- The Red Tower
- Rebuilt in Stone
- Crest of York St John College
- Rowntree Park
- Constantius Chlorus
- Ripon College for Women
- The 1190 Massacre
- Inside the Roman Fortress
- The Victorian Prison Building
- Micklegate Bar
- George Stubbs and Whistlejacket in York