Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Georgian Architecture
York was fortunate to undergo a buil...
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Horse Racing in York
' Every year there be more noble lo...
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Medieval City Defences
The king was concerned with the thre...
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A Blossoming Cultural Scene
The Victorian thirst for self-improv...
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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
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York's Jewish History - An Audio Trail
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A City Protected by Water
The Romans chose York’s locati...
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Wartime York
York began as a fortress and has bee...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Crest of York St John College
- All Saints Church, North Street
- The Guildhall
- Painting of 'Queen Henrietta Maria'
- The Minster in the 20th Century
- Lendal Bridge
- New Earswick
- Trams Pulled by Horses
- Rowntree Park
- Statue of the God Mars
- Hair of a Roman Girl
- The New Theatre
- The Female Prison
- The York Helmet
- The Roman Fortress
- Constantius Chlorus
- Barker Tower
- The Battle of the Standard