Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
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Medieval City Defences
The king was concerned with the thre...
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20th Century
The twentieth century saw the city o...
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Viking
The Vikings are easily reduced to a...
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The Roman Civilian Settlement
In AD 71, the Ninth Legion of the Ro...
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Trade on the Rivers
York stands at the point where two r...
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Life in Elizabethan York
In many respects the Elizabethan per...
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After The Romans
The period of York's history from 40...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Vikings and Christianity
- York and the Restoration of the Monarchy
- Alcuin of York
- York Garrison
- Viking Sword Pommel
- Gold Arm Ring
- The Minster in Viking Times
- Bootham Park Hospital (formerly York Lunatic Asylum)
- The Assembly Rooms
- Glazed Medieval Jug
- Roman Chimney Pot
- Painting of 'The Brig Studley'
- The Other Castle: Baile Hill
- Robert Holgate, Archbishop
- Viking Silk Cap
- De Grey Rooms
- Lendal Bridge
- Jubbergate