Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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After The Romans
The period of York's history from 40...
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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Tudor/Stuart
The arrival of the Tudors in 1485, w...
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Anglo Scandinavian York
The period of York's history between...
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York St John University
On 11 December 1839 a meeting of the...
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York in the Civil War
After the king left the city, York w...
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A Blossoming Cultural Scene
The Victorian thirst for self-improv...
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The Roman Civilian Settlement
In AD 71, the Ninth Legion of the Ro...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The New Theatre
- The Minster in the 20th Century
- Treasurer's House
- Second World War York
- Jubbergate
- Dick Turpin
- Clifford's Tower
- Barley Hall
- The End of the Abbey
- Alcuin of York
- Anglian Carving
- Rowntree & Co: Chocolate Manufacturers
- Middleham Jewel
- Scarborough Bridge
- Norman Window Frame
- Archbishop Scrope Executed
- New Earswick
- The Female Prison