Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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After The Romans
The period of York's history from 40...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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The Liberty of St Peter
Not every part of medieval York came...
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A List of Key Dates in York's History
A brief chronology of the city: Rom...
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Roman
The city was founded in or around AD...
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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Horse Racing in York
' Every year there be more noble lo...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Statue of Napoleon
- The Assembly Rooms
- Tombstone of Julia Velva
- Anglian Burial Vessel
- Elizabeth Boardingham
- York and the Restoration of the Monarchy
- Cinema Comes to York
- Clifford's Tower
- The County Court House
- Middleham Jewel
- Bootham Bar
- A New Vision For York
- York's Medieval Synagogue
- Monk Bar
- Teaching the Poor
- Holy Trinity Church
- The First Minster
- York in the fifteenth Century