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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A City Protected by Water
The Romans chose York’s locati...
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Medical Practice in York
Medieval York was a death trap. &nbs...
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York Minster
York's cathedral church is one...
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Constantine the Great
Constantine came to Britain w...
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Monastic Orders in York
As well as countless churches, Medie...
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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
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Medieval
York was a dangerous, intriguing, co...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Jewbury Cemetery
- The Minster in the 20th Century
- York in the fifteenth Century
- York Railway Station
- Mosaic with a Woman's Head
- Church of St Olave
- The Minster in the 19th Century
- Elizabeth Boardingham
- Stonegate
- William Etty, Artist
- Inscription from Fortress Gate
- Gold Finger Ring
- New Earswick
- The Assembly Rooms
- Constantius Chlorus
- Scarborough Bridge
- First World War Memorial
- The York Hoard