Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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York in the Civil War
After the king left the city, York w...
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Life Speeds Up
It was becoming easier for people to...
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A Jewish History Audio Tour
This Trail is produced by IPUP, The...
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Viking Industry and Trade
Manufactured objects in Jorvik ...
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Medical Practice in York
Medieval York was a death trap. &nbs...
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Guild Halls of York
The biggest guilds were rich and pow...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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Life in Viking York
York changed when it was captured by...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Other Castle: Baile Hill
- George Leeman
- Seal of Snarrus the Tax Collector
- The Retreat
- Rowntree Park
- Priory Church of the Holy Trinity
- King Edward III and York
- Anglian Burial Vessel
- Medieval Chamber Pot
- A New University
- The Norman Minster
- Jewbury Cemetery
- Tombstone of a Roman Soldier
- Gold Finger Ring
- Barker Tower
- William Etty, Artist
- Bootham School
- Mithras and Arimanius