Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Roman Empire Governed from York
The Roman world was governed from w...
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A Regional Capital
The abolition of the Council in the...
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Impact of the Reformation
Henry VIII's reformation of the chur...
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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
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Anglo Scandinavian York
The period of York's history between...
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After The Romans
The period of York's history from 40...
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Viking
The Vikings are easily reduced to a...
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Build-up to Civil War
Charles I came to the throne in 1625...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Roman Chimney Pot
- Ouse Bridge
- Fishergate Bar
- The New Theatre
- Silver Strap Ends
- Minster Library
- The Red Tower
- The End of the Abbey
- York Art Gallery
- Bootham School
- Inscription from Fortress Gate
- Bronze Seal Matrix of the Merchant Adventurers
- Statue of the God Mars
- York's Coat of Arms
- The Medieval Castle
- The 1190 Massacre
- Rebuilt in Stone