Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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A List of Key Dates in York's History
A brief chronology of the city: Rom...
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After The Romans
The period of York's history from 40...
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A Regional Capital
The abolition of the Council in the...
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Industrialisation
In the latter half of the 19th centu...
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A City Left Behind
The industrial revolution had far le...
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Medieval
York was a dangerous, intriguing, co...
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Life in Viking York
York changed when it was captured by...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- St Leonard's Hospital
- Roman Chimney Pot
- The White Rose of York
- York's Coat of Arms
- York Castle Museum
- York Central Library
- Cinema Comes to York
- George Leeman
- Queen Margaret's Arch
- Teaching the Poor
- Barker Tower
- Clifford's Tower
- Viking Coins
- The First Railway Station
- Micklegate Bar
- The Shambles
- The Railway King: George Hudson
- York and the Restoration of the Monarchy