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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Georgian
Georgian York was no longer a city o...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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Life in the Abbey
St Mary's Abbey in York was Benedict...
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1000 Years of Justice at York Castle
York Castle has been a site of justi...
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York's Jewish History - An Audio Trail
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Medical Practice in York
Medieval York was a death trap. &nbs...
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After the Dissolution
Suddenly some of York’s magnif...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Middleham Jewel
- Eye Doctor's Branding Tool
- View from Station Rise
- The End of the Abbey
- York Bombed
- Fairfax House
- George Stubbs and Whistlejacket in York
- Treasurer's House
- The Minster in Viking Times
- The Roman Fortress
- Bootham School
- The Yorkshire Museum Moa
- The White Rose of York
- Central Methodist Chapel
- Rowntree & Co: Chocolate Manufacturers
- The York Observatory
- York Railway Station
- The Newgate Cross Shaft