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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Trade on the Rivers
York stands at the point where two r...
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Life in Viking York
York changed when it was captured by...
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A Learning City
York has always been a place of lear...
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York's Jewish History - An Audio Trail
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Norman
When York was conquered by William,...
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
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Catholic Resistance
Some Catholic scholars, exiled on th...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Newgate Cross Shaft
- Painting of 'Queen Henrietta Maria'
- Church of St Marys Bishophill Junior
- Constantius Chlorus
- The Roman Fortress
- Mosaic with a Woman's Head
- The Yorkshire Museum Moa
- Cumberland House, King's Staith
- Anglian Burial Vessel
- George Stubbs and Whistlejacket in York
- The County Court House
- Victoria Bar
- King Edward III and York
- Bronze Seal Matrix of the Merchant Adventurers
- York Central Library
- Painting of 'The Brig Studley'
- Teaching the Poor
- Margaret Clitherow