Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Medical Practice in York
Medieval York was a death trap. &nbs...
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City Under Siege
At Selby on April 11, 1644, the parl...
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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
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The York Abbey, St Mary's
St Mary's Abbey in York was a g...
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A List of Key Dates in York's History
A brief chronology of the city: Rom...
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Norman Religious Buildings
The religious foundations laid by th...
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20th Century
The twentieth century saw the city o...
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York Minster
York's cathedral church is one...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- King Edward I and York
- Statue of an Athlete
- Joseph Terry & Sons: Chocolate Manufacturers
- Viking Boot
- Crest of York St John College
- York Bombed
- Central Methodist Chapel
- Fishergate Bar
- The Retreat
- Robert Holgate, Archbishop
- The Guildhall
- Lendal Tower
- Roman Gods and Goddesses
- Fairfax House
- Trams Pulled by Horses
- The Victorian Prison Building
- Aldwark Synagogue