Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The Normans Arrive
Previous southern kings had been con...
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An Independent City
For most of the Norman period York,...
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Viking Industry and Trade
Manufactured objects in Jorvik ...
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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
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The York City Walls
The city or ‘bar’ walls...
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Life Speeds Up
It was becoming easier for people to...
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York St John University
On 11 December 1839 a meeting of the...
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A City Left Behind
The industrial revolution had far le...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Silver Strap Ends
- The Norman Minster
- The Multangular Tower
- Henry Percy and The Percy Panels
- Merchant Adventurers' Hall
- Military Belt Fitting
- Anglian Hanging Bowl
- Vikings and Christianity
- Fishergate Bar
- Monk Bar
- Alcuin of York
- Saints and Prophets Statues from St. Marys Abbey
- Church of St Helen
- York Garrison
- The Greyfriars
- Viking Coins
- Aldwark Synagogue
- The Newgate Cross Shaft