Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Impact of the Reformation
Henry VIII's reformation of the chur...
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20th Century
The twentieth century saw the city o...
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York in the Civil War
After the king left the city, York w...
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A Learning City
York has always been a place of lear...
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A List of Key Dates in York's History
A brief chronology of the city: Rom...
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The Roman Army in York
Over a period of about 300 years Yor...
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Constantine the Great
Constantine came to Britain w...
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Viking Invasion
Led by Halfdan and Ivar the Bonel...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Joseph Terry & Sons: Chocolate Manufacturers
- Anglian Burial Vessel
- Mary Ward
- The Retreat
- Anglian Carving
- Viking Silk Cap
- Rebuilt in Stone
- York Railway Station
- Rowntree & Co: Chocolate Manufacturers
- Olive Oil Container
- Church of All Saints Pavement
- Silver Strap Ends
- Shackleton's Tin of Rowntree's Cocoa
- Ouse Bridge
- The Roman Fortress
- Trams Pulled by Horses
- The Basilica
- Roman Gods and Goddesses