Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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King and Court in York
April 1642: When the London mob made...
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Trade on the Rivers
York stands at the point where two r...
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An Independent City
For most of the Norman period York,...
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Viking Industry and Trade
Manufactured objects in Jorvik ...
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Executions in York
On 31 March 1379 Edward Hewison was...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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The Railway Revolution
The railways saved York from stagnat...
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Medical Practice in York
Medieval York was a death trap. &nbs...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- King Edward II and York
- Saint William: Patron Saint of York
- Gold Finger Ring
- Anglian Hanging Bowl
- The Norman House
- Crest of York St John College
- Margaret Clitherow
- Statue of an Athlete
- Aldwark Synagogue
- Seal of Snarrus the Tax Collector
- The Medieval Castle
- Dick Turpin
- The Pilgrimage of Grace
- Judges Lodging
- Coppergate & Jorvik Viking Centre
- Middleham Jewel