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 Learning City
York has always been a place of lear...
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Tudor Troubles Two
The Tudor dynasty was a religious ro...
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Viking Invasion
Led by Halfdan and Ivar the Bonel...
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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
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Prehistory
Human beings have lived in the immed...
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Monastic Orders in York
As well as countless churches, Medie...
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Constantine the Great
Constantine came to Britain w...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Joseph Aloysius Hansom
- Transport Moves On
- The First Railway Station
- Anglian Burial Vessel
- The Retreat
- Church of St Olave
- King Richard II and York
- Medieval Chamber Pot
- Seal of Snarrus the Tax Collector
- The White Rose of York
- Alcuin of York
- The Railway Institute
- The Minster in Viking Times
- Silver Strap Ends
- Stonegate
- Artists, Writers and Scientists
- York Guildhall Painted Glass Window
- Minster Library