Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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The Normans Arrive
Previous southern kings had been con...
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New Century and New Standards
A housing revolution Benjamin Seebo...
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Georgian Architecture
York was fortunate to undergo a buil...
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Medieval City Defences
The king was concerned with the thre...
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Victorian
York didn’t become high...
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After the Dissolution
Suddenly some of York’s magnif...
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Guild Halls of York
The biggest guilds were rich and pow...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Norman Abbey
- York Garrison
- Roman Head Pot
- Joseph Terry & Sons: Chocolate Manufacturers
- Viking Silk Cap
- King's Manor - Victorian
- Military Belt Fitting
- St Crux's Church
- New Earswick
- Victoria Bar
- The Council of Arles
- St William's Shrine
- Aldwark Synagogue
- Norman Window Frame
- The Retreat
- Priory Church of the Holy Trinity
- The Dissolution of the Monasteries
- Viking Coins