Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
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York Minster
York's cathedral church is one...
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The Liberty of St Peter
Not every part of medieval York came...
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Norman
When York was conquered by William,...
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Tudor Troubles
Richard III had been a friend to Yor...
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Viking
The Vikings are easily reduced to a...
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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
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Tudor/Stuart
The arrival of the Tudors in 1485, w...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Painting of 'Russian Icons'
- York Garrison
- Painting of 'Queen Henrietta Maria'
- The York Hoard
- St Martin Le Grand Church
- Judges Lodging
- Sixties York
- Tombstone of Julia Velva
- Kirkgate: Victorian Street
- Trams Pulled by Horses
- First World War Memorial
- Fire in the Minster
- Norman Window Frame
- Viking Boot
- York and Ripon Diocesan Training School for Masters
- York's Medieval Synagogue
- Glazed Medieval Jug