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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Norman
When York was conquered by William,...
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A Regional Capital
The abolition of the Council in the...
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Roman
The city was founded in or around AD...
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
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Viking Invasion
Led by Halfdan and Ivar the Bonel...
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York in the Civil War
After the king left the city, York w...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- York St John in the 20th Century
- The Mystery Plays
- The Roman Fortress
- First World War York
- St Crux's Church
- Viking Boot
- York's Airfield
- Bronze Seal Matrix of the Merchant Adventurers' Almshouse
- Aldwark Synagogue
- Silver Strap Ends
- 62 Low Petergate
- The First Minster
- Kirkgate: Victorian Street
- Fishergate Bar
- Rowntree Park
- Hair of a Roman Girl
- Second World War York
- Dick Turpin