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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Viking Invasion
Led by Halfdan and Ivar the Bonel...
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Monastic Orders in York
As well as countless churches, Medie...
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The Liberty of St Peter
Not every part of medieval York came...
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King and Court in York
April 1642: When the London mob made...
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Industrialisation
In the latter half of the 19th centu...
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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
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Tudor Troubles
Richard III had been a friend to Yor...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Church of St Helen
- All Saints Church, North Street
- Feeding Roman York
- Medieval Prisons
- Plum Cakes for Christmas
- A New Vision For York
- York Railway Station
- The Mansion House
- Mary Ward
- The End of the Abbey
- Merchant Adventurers' Hall
- Inscription from Fortress Gate
- 62 Low Petergate
- The Red Tower
- Priory Church of the Holy Trinity
- Trams Pulled by Horses
- Military Belt Fitting