Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Victorian
York didn’t become high...
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The Roman Army in York
Over a period of about 300 years Yor...
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Industrialisation
In the latter half of the 19th centu...
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A City Left Behind
The industrial revolution had far le...
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New Century and New Standards
A housing revolution Benjamin Seebo...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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After The Romans
The period of York's history from 40...
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Norman
When York was conquered by William,...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Horn of Ulf
- Shackleton's Tin of Rowntree's Cocoa
- The Pilgrimage of Grace
- Soup Toureen with Horse Handle
- King Edward I and York
- The Multangular Tower
- Ouse Bridge
- Inside the Roman Fortress
- The Other Castle: Baile Hill
- Church of St Olave
- The Minster in the 19th Century
- Mithras and Arimanius
- Gold Finger Ring
- First World War Memorial
- Bathurst House 86, Micklegate
- The Assembly Rooms
- The Minster in the 20th Century