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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Guild Halls of York
The biggest guilds were rich and pow...
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1000 Years of Justice at York Castle
York Castle has been a site of justi...
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Industrialisation
In the latter half of the 19th centu...
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The Railway Revolution
The railways saved York from stagnat...
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Tudor Troubles
Richard III had been a friend to Yor...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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A Blossoming Cultural Scene
The Victorian thirst for self-improv...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Roman Gods and Goddesses
- Statue of an Athlete
- Tombstone of a Roman Soldier
- The Victorian Prison Building
- The Female Prison
- The Norman House
- Cumberland House, King's Staith
- Barley Hall
- Vikings and Christianity
- Glazed Medieval Jug
- King's Manor - Victorian
- The Red Tower
- Viking Coins
- Stonegate
- Roman Head Pot
- The Battle of Marston Moor
- Viking Silk Cap
- St Martin Le Grand Church