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 the Abbey
St Mary's Abbey in York was Benedict...
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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
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The York City Walls
The city or ‘bar’ walls...
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York St John University
On 11 December 1839 a meeting of the...
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A City Protected by Water
The Romans chose York’s locati...
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York's Jewish History - An Audio Trail
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Wartime York
York began as a fortress and has bee...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Mosaic with a Woman's Head
- Transport Moves On
- Crest of York St John College
- 62 Low Petergate
- The York Hoard
- Royal Station Hotel
- William Etty, Artist
- Skeldergate Bridge
- The Other Castle: Baile Hill
- Gold Finger Ring
- Kirkgate: Victorian Street
- Fishergate Bar
- The Shambles
- The Battle of the Standard
- Holy Trinity Church
- Lendal Tower
- Bronze Seal Matrix of the Merchant Adventurers
- The Minster in the 19th Century