Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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A Learning City
York has always been a place of lear...
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Norman
When York was conquered by William,...
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York Minster
York's cathedral church is one...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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The Viking Kingdom
For the best part of a century large...
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York St John University
On 11 December 1839 a meeting of the...
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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...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Rebuilt in Stone
- The Minster in the 18th Century
- The Multangular Tower
- The Pilgrimage of Grace
- Middleham Jewel
- Judges Lodging
- Painting of 'The Brig Studley'
- Walmgate Bar
- Central Methodist Chapel
- Gold Finger Ring
- Soup Toureen with Horse Handle
- Micklegate Bar
- Hair of a Roman Girl
- The Basilica
- York Garrison
- Fishergate Bar
- Tombstone of Julia Velva