Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The Roman Civilian Settlement
In AD 71, the Ninth Legion of the Ro...
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Executions in York
On 31 March 1379 Edward Hewison was...
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York's Jewish History - An Audio Trail
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The Liberty of St Peter
Not every part of medieval York came...
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A City Left Behind
The industrial revolution had far le...
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Norman
When York was conquered by William,...
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Trade on the Rivers
York stands at the point where two r...
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Roman Chimney Pot
- Industrial Upheaval
- Medieval Chamber Pot
- Fairfax House
- The Basilica
- St William's Shrine
- Minster Library
- Silver Strap Ends
- The Victorian Prison Building
- York Union Gas Works
- Viking Male Grooming
- The Minster in the 20th Century
- Vikings and Christianity
- Vale of York Viking Hoard
- Shackleton's Tin of Rowntree's Cocoa
- Sixties York
- Church of All Saints Pavement
- Tombstone of a Roman Soldier