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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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
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City Under Siege
At Selby on April 11, 1644, the parl...
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York St John University
On 11 December 1839 a meeting of the...
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New Century and New Standards
A housing revolution Benjamin Seebo...
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Anglian York
Anglo-Saxons were living in and arou...
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The Normans Arrive
Previous southern kings had been con...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Inscription from Fortress Gate
- The Minster in the 20th Century
- Barker Tower
- The Abbot's House
- Tombstone of a Roman Soldier
- Painting of 'Queen Henrietta Maria'
- Plum Cakes for Christmas
- Joseph Terry & Sons: Chocolate Manufacturers
- Mary Ward
- Is York Cursed?
- The Pilgrimage of Grace
- Military Belt Fitting
- York St John in the 20th Century
- Jewbury Cemetery
- A New Walk
- Lendal Bridge
- St Michael-Le-Belfrey Church
- The George Fox Incident