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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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
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Early Christian York
In 601, Pope Gregory decided to se...
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The Liberty of St Peter
Not every part of medieval York came...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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Horse Racing in York
' Every year there be more noble lo...
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The Railway Revolution
The railways saved York from stagnat...
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20th Century
The twentieth century saw the city o...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Robert Holgate, Archbishop
- Viking Silk Cap
- Fishergate Bar
- A New Walk
- Trams Pulled by Horses
- The Minster after the Reformation
- Ouse Bridge
- Statue of an Athlete
- Roman Head Pot
- Archbishop Scrope Executed
- Cumberland House, King's Staith
- Viking Coins
- Bootham Bar
- 62 Low Petergate
- Teaching the Poor
- Industrial Upheaval
- The Norman Abbey