Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Wartime York
York began as a fortress and has bee...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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Catholic Resistance
Some Catholic scholars, exiled on th...
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The York City Walls
The city or ‘bar’ walls...
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Industrialisation
In the latter half of the 19th centu...
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Anglo Scandinavian York
The period of York's history between...
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The York Abbey, St Mary's
St Mary's Abbey in York was a g...
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Roman Gods and Goddesses
- The New Theatre
- Silver Strap Ends
- The Other Castle: Baile Hill
- Gold Arm Ring
- Mary Ward
- The Newgate Cross Shaft
- Monk Bar
- The County Court House
- King Edward I and York
- The Debtors' Prison
- York and the Restoration of the Monarchy
- The Minster in the 20th Century
- Bronze weights
- William Etty, Artist
- The Minster in Viking Times
- The Mystery Plays
- The Norman House