Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Horse Racing in York
' Every year there be more noble lo...
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The York City Walls
The city or ‘bar’ walls...
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Viking
The Vikings are easily reduced to a...
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Life in the Abbey
St Mary's Abbey in York was Benedict...
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Norman
When York was conquered by William,...
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After the Dissolution
Suddenly some of York’s magnif...
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
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A Learning City
York has always been a place of lear...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Guy Fawkes
- The Newgate Cross Shaft
- Joseph Terry & Sons: Chocolate Manufacturers
- Lendal Bridge
- The Council of Arles
- Aldwark Synagogue
- St Martin Le Grand Church
- York Railway Station
- Church of St Helen
- York Central Library
- Transport Moves On
- Hair of a Roman Girl
- Cardinal Wolsey, Archbishop
- Gold Finger Ring
- Olive Oil Container
- Soup Toureen with Horse Handle
- Henry Percy and The Percy Panels
- Viking Silk Cap