Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
-
A List of Key Dates in York's History
A brief chronology of the city: Rom...
-
Executions in York
On 31 March 1379 Edward Hewison was...
-
Norman
When York was conquered by William,...
-
1000 Years of Justice at York Castle
York Castle has been a site of justi...
-
Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
-
Medieval City Defences
The king was concerned with the thre...
-
After the Dissolution
Suddenly some of York’s magnif...
-
Early Christian York
In 601, Pope Gregory decided to se...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Jubbergate
- Scarborough Bridge
- York Garrison
- Cumberland House, King's Staith
- Henry Percy and The Percy Panels
- The Crossed Keys Symbol
- Ripon College for Women
- Lendal Bridge
- Viking Sword Pommel
- Mithras and Arimanius
- Church of All Saints Pavement
- 62 Low Petergate
- The Norman Minster
- The Pilgrimage of Grace
- Our Lady's Row
- Fire in the Minster