Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Viking Invasion
Led by Halfdan and Ivar the Bonel...
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An Independent City
For most of the Norman period York,...
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Rebellion and Revenge
To make room for one of his castles,...
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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1000 Years of Justice at York Castle
York Castle has been a site of justi...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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York St John University
On 11 December 1839 a meeting of the...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- King's Manor - Victorian
- Aldwark Synagogue
- The Bar Convent
- Victoria Bar
- Elizabeth Boardingham
- Skeldergate Bridge
- The Norman House
- Stonegate
- First World War Memorial
- Henry Percy and The Percy Panels
- The Council of Arles
- York Railway Station
- Mosaic with a Woman's Head
- The Yorkshire Museum Moa
- Dick Turpin
- Church of St Marys Bishophill Junior
- Shackleton's Tin of Rowntree's Cocoa