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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1000 Years of Justice at York Castle
York Castle has been a site of justi...
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A Regional Capital
The abolition of the Council in the...
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Film comes to History of York
HoY now has movies! A recent...
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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Executions in York
On 31 March 1379 Edward Hewison was...
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A Blossoming Cultural Scene
The Victorian thirst for self-improv...
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The Normans Arrive
Previous southern kings had been con...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Skeldergate Bridge
- Painting of 'Russian Icons'
- The Mystery Plays
- Viking Coins
- Church of St Helen
- Statue of an Athlete
- The Other Castle: Baile Hill
- A New Vision For York
- Cardinal Wolsey, Archbishop
- Roman Chimney Pot
- Middleham Jewel
- Alcuin of York
- York Guildhall Painted Glass Window
- The Pilgrimage of Grace
- Bootham Bar
- York Art Gallery
- The Female Prison
- Coppergate & Jorvik Viking Centre