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Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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A Regional Capital
The abolition of the Council in the...
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Anglo Saxon
What sort of York emerged after the...
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York in the Civil War
After the king left the city, York w...
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A Blossoming Cultural Scene
The Victorian thirst for self-improv...
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Norman Religious Buildings
The religious foundations laid by th...
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The York Abbey, St Mary's
St Mary's Abbey in York was a g...
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The Roman Civilian Settlement
In AD 71, the Ninth Legion of the Ro...
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Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Minster in Viking Times
- The Mystery Plays
- York Union Gas Works
- Viking Sword Pommel
- St Michael-Le-Belfrey Church
- King Edward II and York
- Amber Bead Workshop
- Saints and Prophets Statues from St. Marys Abbey
- Anglian Hanging Bowl
- Ouse Bridge
- Saint William: Patron Saint of York
- Inside the Roman Fortress
- The Bar Convent
- Fire in the Minster
- Barley Hall
- Roman Chimney Pot
- The Council of Arles