Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Horse Racing in York
' Every year there be more noble lo...
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York's Jewish History - An Audio Trail
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King and Court in York
April 1642: When the London mob made...
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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A Regional Capital
The abolition of the Council in the...
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A List of Key Dates in York's History
A brief chronology of the city: Rom...
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The York City Walls
The city or ‘bar’ walls...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- King Richard II and York
- Painting of 'Queen Henrietta Maria'
- Transport Moves On
- Ripon College for Women
- Medieval Chamber Pot
- York Railway Station
- The Battle of the Standard
- Rowntree Park
- A New Vision For York
- Church of All Saints Pavement
- York Central Library
- Aldwark Synagogue
- Archbishop Scrope Executed
- Clifford's Tower
- Second World War York
- Crest of York St John College
- Rebuilt in Stone