Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The Roman Army in York
Over a period of about 300 years Yor...
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1000 Years of Justice at York Castle
York Castle has been a site of justi...
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The Railway Revolution
The railways saved York from stagnat...
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A List of Key Dates in York's History
A brief chronology of the city: Rom...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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Viking timeline
793 – Viking raiders attack Li...
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Tudor/Stuart
The arrival of the Tudors in 1485, w...
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Rebellion and Revenge
To make room for one of his castles,...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Minster in the 19th Century
- View from Station Rise
- Merchant Adventurers' Hall
- Military Belt Fitting
- Trams Pulled by Horses
- Victoria Bar
- Constantius Chlorus
- A Pipkin
- York Garrison
- Second World War York
- York's Coat of Arms
- Olive Oil Container
- Industrial Upheaval
- Micklegate Bar
- Church of All Saints Pavement
- Saint William: Patron Saint of York
- York and the Jacobite Rebellions