Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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Norman
When York was conquered by William,...
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1000 Years of Justice at York Castle
York Castle has been a site of justi...
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City of Kings
The city of York and the Crown were...
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A List of Key Dates in York's History
A brief chronology of the city: Rom...
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Tudor/Stuart
The arrival of the Tudors in 1485, w...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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A City Protected by Water
The Romans chose York’s locati...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Mary Ward
- Jubbergate
- Vikings and Christianity
- Guy Fawkes
- The Medieval Castle
- The Minster in Viking Times
- Soup Toureen with Horse Handle
- The Railway Institute
- The Dissolution of the Monasteries
- The York Helmet
- Gold Arm Ring
- Gold Finger Ring
- The Cawood Sword
- The York Hoard
- Jewbury Cemetery
- The Multangular Tower
- The End of the Abbey
- Central Methodist Chapel