Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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A Regional Capital
The abolition of the Council in the...
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Build-up to Civil War
Charles I came to the throne in 1625...
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1000 Years of Justice at York Castle
York Castle has been a site of justi...
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Life in Viking York
York changed when it was captured by...
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Norman Religious Buildings
The religious foundations laid by th...
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Viking Invasion
Led by Halfdan and Ivar the Bonel...
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Executions in York
On 31 March 1379 Edward Hewison was...
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Viking Industry and Trade
Manufactured objects in Jorvik ...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- York and Ripon Diocesan Training School for Masters
- Elizabeth Boardingham
- Treasurer's House
- The Norman Castle
- The Council of Arles
- The Norman House
- Roman Chimney Pot
- The Cawood Sword
- Painting of 'Russian Icons'
- Inscription from Fortress Gate
- Cumberland House, King's Staith
- Eric Bloodaxe
- The Assembly Rooms
- Rebuilt in Stone
- The Railway King: George Hudson
- Barley Hall
- St Columba's United Reformed Church
- Kirkgate: Victorian Street