Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
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Early Christian York
In 601, Pope Gregory decided to se...
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Viking
The Vikings are easily reduced to a...
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The Normans Arrive
Previous southern kings had been con...
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York St John University
On 11 December 1839 a meeting of the...
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The End of Roman York
Eboracum (Roman York) remained an i...
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Georgian
Georgian York was no longer a city o...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Silver Strap Ends
- Gold Finger Ring
- The York Hoard
- The Minster in the 18th Century
- New Earswick
- Amber Bead Workshop
- The First Minster
- Lendal Tower
- New Shopping Centres
- The Minster in Viking Times
- York St John in the 20th Century
- Viking Sword Pommel
- Merchant Adventurers' Hall
- Ouse Bridge
- Elizabeth Boardingham
- Statue of Napoleon
- Daniel Defoe's York
- Bootham School