Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Anglo Scandinavian York
The period of York's history between...
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The Guilds of York
Guilds are formal groups of citizens...
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After The Romans
The period of York's history from 40...
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
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Roman
The city was founded in or around AD...
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Norman Reconstruction
William stayed in York in Christmas...
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Victorian
York didn’t become high...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Dissolution of the Monasteries
- The Medieval Abbey
- Walmgate Bar
- St Leonard's Hospital
- Rowntree & Co: Chocolate Manufacturers
- A New University
- Painting of 'The Brig Studley'
- Ouse Bridge
- Gold Arm Ring
- Soup Toureen with Horse Handle
- The Retreat
- York Central Library
- Industrial Upheaval
- First World War Memorial
- Rebuilt in Stone
- Scarborough Bridge