Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The End of Roman York
Eboracum (Roman York) remained an i...
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The York Abbey, St Mary's
St Mary's Abbey in York was a g...
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Norman
When York was conquered by William,...
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A City Protected by Water
The Romans chose York’s locati...
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Georgian
Georgian York was no longer a city o...
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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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1000 Years of Justice at York Castle
York Castle has been a site of justi...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Ripon College for Women
- Robert Holgate, Archbishop
- Amber Bead Workshop
- Minster Library
- The Pilgrimage of Grace
- Silver Strap Ends
- York Garrison
- Monk Bar
- The Head Office of the North Eastern Railway
- St Leonard's Hospital
- George Stubbs and Whistlejacket in York
- The Roman Fortress
- Priory Church of the Holy Trinity
- Trams Pulled by Horses
- Margaret Clitherow
- King Edward II and York
- First World War York