Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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20th Century
The twentieth century saw the city o...
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York St John University
On 11 December 1839 a meeting of the...
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Wartime York
York began as a fortress and has bee...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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Tudor Troubles
Richard III had been a friend to Yor...
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Horse Racing in York
' Every year there be more noble lo...
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Trade on the Rivers
York stands at the point where two r...
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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- King Edward III and York
- Anglian Burial Vessel
- Bootham Bar
- The Council of Arles
- Tombstone of a Roman Soldier
- York Art Gallery
- Monk Bar
- King Richard II and York
- Anglian Cross
- Roman Head Pot
- Hair of a Roman Girl
- Joseph Terry & Sons: Chocolate Manufacturers
- The Red Tower
- The Battle of Marston Moor
- Dick Turpin
- The Norman Castle