Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Tudor Troubles
Richard III had been a friend to Yor...
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Anglo Scandinavian York
The period of York's history between...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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City Under Siege
At Selby on April 11, 1644, the parl...
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Medieval City Defences
The king was concerned with the thre...
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Horse Racing in York
' Every year there be more noble lo...
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Medical Practice in York
Medieval York was a death trap. &nbs...
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After The Romans
The period of York's history from 40...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Aldwark Synagogue
- The Victorian Prison Building
- York's Coat of Arms
- Micklegate Bar
- Robert Holgate, Archbishop
- The Female Prison
- Stonegate
- Viking Coins
- Church of St Marys Bishophill Junior
- Minster Library
- Royal Station Hotel
- Treasurer's House
- York Art Gallery
- The George Fox Incident
- Jewbury Cemetery
- Coppergate & Jorvik Viking Centre
- Bronze Seal Matrix of the Merchant Adventurers
- Merchant Adventurers' Hall