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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Build-up to Civil War
Charles I came to the throne in 1625...
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Executions in York
On 31 March 1379 Edward Hewison was...
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York Minster
York's cathedral church is one...
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King and Court in York
April 1642: When the London mob made...
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After the Dissolution
Suddenly some of York’s magnif...
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A Learning City
York has always been a place of lear...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Bone Trial Piece
- Inscription from Fortress Gate
- George Leeman
- Fairfax House
- The Other Castle: Baile Hill
- Eric Bloodaxe
- King's Manor - Victorian
- The Newgate Cross Shaft
- William Etty, Artist
- Transport Moves On
- The County Court House
- The Yorkshire Museum Moa
- Viking Coins
- Victoria Bar
- Industrial Upheaval
- Roman Head Pot
- The Black Death