Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
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A Learning City
York has always been a place of lear...
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King and Court in York
April 1642: When the London mob made...
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The Normans Arrive
Previous southern kings had been con...
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Viking Invasion
Led by Halfdan and Ivar the Bonel...
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
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A Regional Capital
The abolition of the Council in the...
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1000 Years of Justice at York Castle
York Castle has been a site of justi...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Military Belt Fitting
- Mosaic with a Woman's Head
- The Norman House
- Cumberland House, King's Staith
- Roman Chimney Pot
- Jubbergate
- Anglian Carving
- The York Hoard
- The Shambles
- Mary Ward
- Gold Arm Ring
- Ripon College for Women
- Eric Bloodaxe
- Medieval Chamber Pot
- All Saints Church, North Street
- St Crux's Church
- York and the Jacobite Rebellions