Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The Roman Civilian Settlement
In AD 71, the Ninth Legion of the Ro...
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Tudor Troubles
Richard III had been a friend to Yor...
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An Independent City
For most of the Norman period York,...
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Life in Viking York
York changed when it was captured by...
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King and Court in York
April 1642: When the London mob made...
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Life Speeds Up
It was becoming easier for people to...
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Victorian
York didn’t become high...
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After The Romans
The period of York's history from 40...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Kirkgate: Victorian Street
- Second World War York
- Medieval Prisons
- The Minster in the 19th Century
- Lendal Bridge
- Joseph Terry & Sons: Chocolate Manufacturers
- Bootham School
- Tombstone of a Roman Soldier
- De Grey Rooms
- The Multangular Tower
- All Saints Church, North Street
- York Art Gallery
- Eye Doctor's Branding Tool
- Victoria Bar
- Rebuilt in Stone
- St Leonard's Hospital
- The Debtors' Prison
- Gold Finger Ring