Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Build-up to Civil War
Charles I came to the throne in 1625...
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A City Left Behind
The industrial revolution had far le...
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A List of Key Dates in York's History
A brief chronology of the city: Rom...
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20th Century
The twentieth century saw the city o...
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Horse Racing in York
' Every year there be more noble lo...
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York St John University
On 11 December 1839 a meeting of the...
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Norman
When York was conquered by William,...
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Lendal Tower
- Margaret Clitherow
- Micklegate Bar
- Roman Head Pot
- Bootham School
- New Earswick
- Viking Boot
- Holy Trinity Church
- Silver Strap Ends
- Bone Trial Piece
- Church of All Saints Pavement
- St Crux's Church
- Saint William: Patron Saint of York
- The Minster after the Reformation
- York Garrison
- Robert Holgate, Archbishop
- St Columba's United Reformed Church