Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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A City Left Behind
The industrial revolution had far le...
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Anglo Scandinavian York
The period of York's history between...
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Roman Empire Governed from York
The Roman world was governed from w...
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The Roman Civilian Settlement
In AD 71, the Ninth Legion of the Ro...
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Monastic Orders in York
As well as countless churches, Medie...
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A Blossoming Cultural Scene
The Victorian thirst for self-improv...
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York St John University
On 11 December 1839 a meeting of the...
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After The Romans
The period of York's history from 40...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The York Observatory
- The Norman House
- The End of the Abbey
- The York Hoard
- The Minster in the 18th Century
- St Columba's United Reformed Church
- Medieval Chamber Pot
- Inscription from Fortress Gate
- Saints and Prophets Statues from St. Marys Abbey
- King Edward II and York
- The Medieval Castle
- The Mystery Plays
- Elizabeth Boardingham
- The Red Tower
- The Norman Minster
- Viking Sword Pommel