Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
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Roman
The city was founded in or around AD...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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Anglian York
Anglo-Saxons were living in and arou...
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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Norman Religious Buildings
The religious foundations laid by th...
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A Blossoming Cultural Scene
The Victorian thirst for self-improv...
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Medical Practice in York
Medieval York was a death trap. &nbs...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Railway King: George Hudson
- The Norman Abbey
- Skeldergate Bridge
- King Edward II and York
- Anglian Carving
- Olive Oil Container
- The Basilica
- Priory Church of the Holy Trinity
- The Hospitium
- The Shambles
- Inscription from Fortress Gate
- Viking Boot
- A New Vision For York
- Artists, Writers and Scientists
- Plum Cakes for Christmas
- The Battle of the Standard