Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Early Christian York
In 601, Pope Gregory decided to se...
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Medieval City Defences
The king was concerned with the thre...
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Wartime York
York began as a fortress and has bee...
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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
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Tudor Troubles Two
The Tudor dynasty was a religious ro...
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York Minster
York's cathedral church is one...
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Victorian
York didn’t become high...
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Georgian
Georgian York was no longer a city o...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- York St John in the 20th Century
- Holy Trinity Church
- Transport Moves On
- Roman Chimney Pot
- Statue of Napoleon
- The First Minster
- Aldwark Synagogue
- The Mystery Plays
- First World War Memorial
- Tombstone of Julia Velva
- Rebuilt in Stone
- The Crossed Keys Symbol
- Anglian Hanging Bowl
- Painting of 'Russian Icons'
- Military Belt Fitting
- Merchant Adventurers' Hall