Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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After The Romans
The period of York's history from 40...
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1000 Years of Justice at York Castle
York Castle has been a site of justi...
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Prehistory
Human beings have lived in the immed...
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An Independent City
For most of the Norman period York,...
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Tudor Troubles Two
The Tudor dynasty was a religious ro...
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
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A City Left Behind
The industrial revolution had far le...
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The Liberty of St Peter
Not every part of medieval York came...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- William Etty, Artist
- Lendal Tower
- De Grey Rooms
- Anglian Cross
- King's Manor - Victorian
- York and Ripon Diocesan Training School for Masters
- Joseph Terry & Sons: Chocolate Manufacturers
- Elizabeth Boardingham
- Water Lanes
- Barley Hall
- Cinema Comes to York
- Monk Bar
- The Crossed Keys Symbol
- Alcuin of York
- Silver Strap Ends
- Aldwark Synagogue
- Medieval Prisons
- Merchant Adventurers' Hall