Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
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1000 Years of Justice at York Castle
York Castle has been a site of justi...
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Georgian Architecture
York was fortunate to undergo a buil...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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Trade on the Rivers
York stands at the point where two r...
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A Blossoming Cultural Scene
The Victorian thirst for self-improv...
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Norman
When York was conquered by William,...
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Early Christian York
In 601, Pope Gregory decided to se...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Roman Chimney Pot
- The Female Prison
- Fishergate Bar
- King's Manor Tudor and Stuart
- Treasurer's House
- St Leonard's Hospital
- The Cawood Sword
- York's Coat of Arms
- Silver Strap Ends
- York's first historian: Francis Drake
- The Basilica
- Bootham School
- The Pilgrimage of Grace
- Eye Doctor's Branding Tool
- The Bar Convent
- Judges Lodging