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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The York City Walls
The city or ‘bar’ walls...
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Trade on the Rivers
York stands at the point where two r...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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The Roman Civilian Settlement
In AD 71, the Ninth Legion of the Ro...
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
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A Regional Capital
The abolition of the Council in the...
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The End of Roman York
Eboracum (Roman York) remained an i...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Silver Strap Ends
- The Minster in the 18th Century
- York Art Gallery
- Henry Percy and The Percy Panels
- John Carr - Architect
- The First Minster
- York and the Holocaust
- King Richard II and York
- York Railway Station
- Anglian Hanging Bowl
- Royal Station Hotel
- Queen Margaret's Arch
- Monk Bar
- Statue of the God Mars
- The Other Castle: Baile Hill
- The Dissolution of the Monasteries
- The Debtors' Prison