Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Rebellion and Revenge
To make room for one of his castles,...
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Medical Practice in York
Medieval York was a death trap. &nbs...
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King and Court in York
April 1642: When the London mob made...
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Constantine the Great
Constantine came to Britain w...
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City of Kings
The city of York and the Crown were...
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A Regional Capital
The abolition of the Council in the...
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Anglo Scandinavian York
The period of York's history between...
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1000 Years of Justice at York Castle
York Castle has been a site of justi...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- View from Station Rise
- George Leeman
- A New Vision For York
- Aldwark Synagogue
- Viking Silk Cap
- Middleham Jewel
- King Edward III and York
- Vikings and Christianity
- Soup Toureen with Horse Handle
- Silver Strap Ends
- The Roman Fortress
- Scarborough Bridge
- The County Court House
- Central Methodist Chapel
- King Edward I and York
- Tombstone of a Roman Soldier
- The First Minster