Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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An Independent City
For most of the Norman period York,...
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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The York City Walls
The city or ‘bar’ walls...
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York's Jewish History - An Audio Trail
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Executions in York
On 31 March 1379 Edward Hewison was...
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Life in Viking York
York changed when it was captured by...
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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
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A City Left Behind
The industrial revolution had far le...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Statue of Napoleon
- Norman Window Frame
- The Victorian Prison Building
- The 1190 Massacre
- Viking Boot
- Constantius Chlorus
- Anglian Carving
- The Abbot's House
- Kirkgate: Victorian Street
- Central Methodist Chapel
- The Mystery Plays
- Church of St Helen
- York Guildhall Painted Glass Window
- St Crux's Church
- Bone Trial Piece
- Joseph Terry & Sons: Chocolate Manufacturers