Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Executions in York
On 31 March 1379 Edward Hewison was...
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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The Roman Army in York
Over a period of about 300 years Yor...
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Life in Viking York
York changed when it was captured by...
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Viking timeline
793 – Viking raiders attack Li...
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York in the Civil War
After the king left the city, York w...
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Rebellion and Revenge
To make room for one of his castles,...
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The Railway Revolution
The railways saved York from stagnat...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Royal Station Hotel
- Fishergate Bar
- Tombstone of a Roman Soldier
- The Mansion House
- Hair of a Roman Girl
- Barker Tower
- Seal of Snarrus the Tax Collector
- Kirkgate: Victorian Street
- Anglian Cross
- King Edward II and York
- The Bar Convent
- Trams Pulled by Horses
- Church of All Saints Pavement
- The Shambles
- Ouse Bridge
- Archbishop Scrope Executed
- St Crux's Church