Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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The Liberty of St Peter
Not every part of medieval York came...
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Life Speeds Up
It was becoming easier for people to...
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York St John University
On 11 December 1839 a meeting of the...
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Anglo Scandinavian York
The period of York's history between...
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The End of Roman York
Eboracum (Roman York) remained an i...
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Viking Invasion
Led by Halfdan and Ivar the Bonel...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Shambles
- Teaching the Poor
- Sixties York
- Walmgate Bar
- Viking Sword Pommel
- The Dissolution of the Monasteries
- Priory Church of the Holy Trinity
- George Leeman
- Painting of 'Russian Icons'
- Bathurst House 86, Micklegate
- Guy Fawkes
- William Etty, Artist
- The Mansion House
- Church of St Wilfrid
- York Railway Station
- The Norman House
- The End of the Abbey
- 62 Low Petergate