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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A City Protected by Water
The Romans chose York’s locati...
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Georgian
Georgian York was no longer a city o...
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Impact of the Reformation
Henry VIII's reformation of the chur...
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The York Abbey, St Mary's
St Mary's Abbey in York was a g...
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Norman
When York was conquered by William,...
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The York City Walls
The city or ‘bar’ walls...
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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Minster in Viking Times
- Military Belt Fitting
- Archbishop Scrope Executed
- The Red Tower
- Henry Percy and The Percy Panels
- Church of St Marys Bishophill Junior
- Olive Oil Container
- A New Vision For York
- The Norman Castle
- Vale of York Viking Hoard
- The First Minster
- Kirkgate: Victorian Street
- Viking Male Grooming
- St Martin Le Grand Church
- Rowntree & Co: Chocolate Manufacturers
- Barker Tower
- The Cawood Sword
- Anglian Cross