Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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York's Jewish History - An Audio Trail
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20th Century
The twentieth century saw the city o...
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Life in Elizabethan York
In many respects the Elizabethan per...
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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
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Anglo Saxon
What sort of York emerged after the...
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Horse Racing in York
' Every year there be more noble lo...
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Guild Halls of York
The biggest guilds were rich and pow...
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A List of Key Dates in York's History
A brief chronology of the city: Rom...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Council of Arles
- Barker Tower
- Jubbergate
- Holy Trinity Church
- Gold Finger Ring
- Guy Fawkes
- The Yorkshire Museum Moa
- The Abbot's House
- Soup Toureen with Horse Handle
- Elizabeth Boardingham
- Church of St Marys Bishophill Junior
- St William's Shrine
- The Black Death
- Viking Sword Pommel
- The Red Tower
- Trams Pulled by Horses
- York Bombed
- Vale of York Viking Hoard