Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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20th Century
The twentieth century saw the city o...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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1000 Years of Justice at York Castle
York Castle has been a site of justi...
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The Roman Army in York
Over a period of about 300 years Yor...
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The Liberty of St Peter
Not every part of medieval York came...
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Tudor Troubles
Richard III had been a friend to Yor...
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Medical Practice in York
Medieval York was a death trap. &nbs...
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Medieval City Defences
The king was concerned with the thre...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Aldwark Synagogue
- A New Walk
- Micklegate Bar
- St Columba's United Reformed Church
- The George Fox Incident
- Robert Holgate, Archbishop
- The Debtors' Prison
- York and Ripon Diocesan Training School for Masters
- The Multangular Tower
- Anglian Hanging Bowl
- Gold Arm Ring
- The Cawood Sword
- Anglian Cross
- Bone Trial Piece
- The Victorian Prison Building
- Margaret Clitherow
- Mosaic with a Woman's Head
- Medieval Chamber Pot