Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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Monastic Orders in York
As well as countless churches, Medie...
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Impact of the Reformation
Henry VIII's reformation of the chur...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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Viking
The Vikings are easily reduced to a...
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Viking timeline
793 – Viking raiders attack Li...
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Build-up to Civil War
Charles I came to the throne in 1625...
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Viking Industry and Trade
Manufactured objects in Jorvik ...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- York's Airfield
- The Norman Castle
- The Minster after the Reformation
- Viking Sword Pommel
- The Debtors' Prison
- Statue of an Athlete
- The Red Tower
- King Richard III and York
- Viking Silk Cap
- Ripon College for Women
- The Minster in Viking Times
- Is York Cursed?
- Aldwark Synagogue
- King Richard II and York
- The White Rose of York
- The George Fox Incident
- York Castle Museum
- The Other Castle: Baile Hill