Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Georgian
Georgian York was no longer a city o...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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The Roman Civilian Settlement
In AD 71, the Ninth Legion of the Ro...
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An Independent City
For most of the Norman period York,...
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Horse Racing in York
' Every year there be more noble lo...
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Viking Invasion
Led by Halfdan and Ivar the Bonel...
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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City Under Siege
At Selby on April 11, 1644, the parl...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Transport Moves On
- Ripon College for Women
- Micklegate Bar
- The Battle of Marston Moor
- The Basilica
- Royal Station Hotel
- The Horn of Ulf
- The Railway Institute
- York Art Gallery
- King's Manor - Victorian
- Ouse Bridge
- The Norman Minster
- Guy Fawkes
- Statue of the God Mars
- York's Airfield
- Fairfax House
- Central Methodist Chapel