Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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Norman Religious Buildings
The religious foundations laid by th...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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Medieval City Defences
The king was concerned with the thre...
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New Century and New Standards
A housing revolution Benjamin Seebo...
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York Minster
York's cathedral church is one...
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Film comes to History of York
HoY now has movies! A recent...
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Wartime York
York began as a fortress and has bee...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The White Rose of York
- Cardinal Wolsey, Archbishop
- The Pilgrimage of Grace
- Constantius Chlorus
- The Minster in the 20th Century
- The Horn of Ulf
- First World War Memorial
- Jubbergate
- Military Belt Fitting
- The Multangular Tower
- Elizabeth Boardingham
- King Richard II and York
- Artists, Writers and Scientists
- George Stubbs and Whistlejacket in York
- The Red Tower
- Viking Silk Cap
- Rowntree Park
- New Earswick