Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Norman
When York was conquered by William,...
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Executions in York
On 31 March 1379 Edward Hewison was...
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The Roman Civilian Settlement
In AD 71, the Ninth Legion of the Ro...
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Anglo Scandinavian York
The period of York's history between...
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The York Abbey, St Mary's
St Mary's Abbey in York was a g...
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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A City Protected by Water
The Romans chose York’s locati...
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Life in the Abbey
St Mary's Abbey in York was Benedict...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Joseph Aloysius Hansom
- Painting of 'Russian Icons'
- York's first historian: Francis Drake
- Robert Holgate, Archbishop
- King Edward I and York
- George Stubbs and Whistlejacket in York
- Teaching the Poor
- The Crossed Keys Symbol
- Yorkshire Museum
- Crest of York St John College
- Saint William: Patron Saint of York
- York St John in the 20th Century
- King Richard II and York
- Joseph Terry & Sons: Chocolate Manufacturers
- Medieval Chamber Pot
- Anglian Cross
- Transport Moves On
- Saints and Prophets Statues from St. Marys Abbey