Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Executions in York
On 31 March 1379 Edward Hewison was...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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Trade on the Rivers
York stands at the point where two r...
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Life in the Abbey
St Mary's Abbey in York was Benedict...
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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Roman
The city was founded in or around AD...
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The Railway Revolution
The railways saved York from stagnat...
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Rebellion and Revenge
To make room for one of his castles,...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Tombstone of a Roman Soldier
- Anglian Carving
- De Grey Rooms
- King's Manor - Victorian
- Saint William: Patron Saint of York
- A New University
- Bones of a Roman Combatant
- Eye Doctor's Branding Tool
- Rebuilt in Stone
- Elizabeth Boardingham
- The Crossed Keys Symbol
- York's Medieval Synagogue
- Inscription from Fortress Gate
- The Battle of the Standard
- A New Vision For York
- Viking Sword Pommel
- Fishergate Bar