Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Horse Racing in York
' Every year there be more noble lo...
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Early Christian York
In 601, Pope Gregory decided to se...
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20th Century
The twentieth century saw the city o...
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Anglo Scandinavian York
The period of York's history between...
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Medical Practice in York
Medieval York was a death trap. &nbs...
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Who Were the Vikings?
Vikings were sea-borne Scandinavians...
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The Roman Army in York
Over a period of about 300 years Yor...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Margaret Clitherow
- The Minster in the 18th Century
- Eric Bloodaxe
- Olive Oil Container
- The Council of Arles
- The George Fox Incident
- The Abbot's House
- Treasurer's House
- King's Manor - Victorian
- Anglian Carving
- Inscription from Fortress Gate
- The Newgate Cross Shaft
- The Cawood Sword
- Joseph Terry & Sons: Chocolate Manufacturers
- Inside the Roman Fortress