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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Medieval City Defences
The king was concerned with the thre...
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The York City Walls
The city or ‘bar’ walls...
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Life in the Abbey
St Mary's Abbey in York was Benedict...
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King and Court in York
April 1642: When the London mob made...
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Executions in York
On 31 March 1379 Edward Hewison was...
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
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York St John University
On 11 December 1839 a meeting of the...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Margaret Clitherow
- Middleham Jewel
- The Medieval Abbey
- King Richard III and York
- St Leonard's Hospital
- The York Hoard
- The Other Castle: Baile Hill
- Minster Library
- York Art Gallery
- Cumberland House, King's Staith
- The Battle of Marston Moor
- Fairfax House
- Seal of Snarrus the Tax Collector
- First World War Memorial
- Roman Head Pot
- The Retreat
- The Hospitium
- Bone Trial Piece