Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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Impact of the Reformation
Henry VIII's reformation of the chur...
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Viking Invasion
Led by Halfdan and Ivar the Bonel...
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Guild Halls of York
The biggest guilds were rich and pow...
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The Roman Civilian Settlement
In AD 71, the Ninth Legion of the Ro...
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Anglo Scandinavian York
The period of York's history between...
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Medieval
York was a dangerous, intriguing, co...
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The Normans Arrive
Previous southern kings had been con...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- York Central Library
- The Roman Fortress
- The First Railway Station
- Rowntree Park
- Lendal Bridge
- The Head Office of the North Eastern Railway
- King Richard III and York
- George Stubbs and Whistlejacket in York
- Joseph Terry & Sons: Chocolate Manufacturers
- A New University
- The Battle of Marston Moor
- Crest of York St John College
- Aldwark Synagogue
- York and the Restoration of the Monarchy
- Minster Library
- Dick Turpin
- Is York Cursed?