Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The Railway Revolution
The railways saved York from stagnat...
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Wartime York
York began as a fortress and has bee...
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Life in Elizabethan York
In many respects the Elizabethan per...
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King and Court in York
April 1642: When the London mob made...
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York's Jewish History - An Audio Trail
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New Century and New Standards
A housing revolution Benjamin Seebo...
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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
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The York City Walls
The city or ‘bar’ walls...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- George Stubbs and Whistlejacket in York
- The Other Castle: Baile Hill
- The York Helmet
- The Roman Fortress
- Bootham Bar
- Saints and Prophets Statues from St. Marys Abbey
- York's Coat of Arms
- Micklegate Bar
- Lendal Tower
- Joseph Terry & Sons: Chocolate Manufacturers
- Yorkshire Museum
- 62 Low Petergate
- The Mystery Plays
- Monk Bar
- Barker Tower
- The Yorkshire Museum Moa