Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The York Abbey, St Mary's
St Mary's Abbey in York was a g...
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Norman
When York was conquered by William,...
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After The Romans
The period of York's history from 40...
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A City Protected by Water
The Romans chose York’s locati...
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Catholic Resistance
Some Catholic scholars, exiled on th...
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Medieval
York was a dangerous, intriguing, co...
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A List of Key Dates in York's History
A brief chronology of the city: Rom...
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Executions in York
On 31 March 1379 Edward Hewison was...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Gold Finger Ring
- Ouse Bridge
- The Mansion House
- Rowntree Park
- Eric Bloodaxe
- Gold Arm Ring
- Aldwark Synagogue
- New Shopping Centres
- Norman Window Frame
- Bootham School
- Rowntree & Co: Chocolate Manufacturers
- Archbishop Scrope Executed
- The Other Castle: Baile Hill
- The Retreat
- Painting of 'Russian Icons'
- A New Vision For York
- A New University