Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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Viking Invasion
Led by Halfdan and Ivar the Bonel...
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New Century and New Standards
A housing revolution Benjamin Seebo...
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Build-up to Civil War
Charles I came to the throne in 1625...
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Guild Halls of York
The biggest guilds were rich and pow...
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An Independent City
For most of the Norman period York,...
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Visible Roman York
The Yorkshire Museum in Museum Gar...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Micklegate Bar
- King Richard II and York
- Clifford's Tower
- Monk Bar
- Robert Holgate, Archbishop
- Silver Strap Ends
- The White Rose of York
- A New University
- King Edward III and York
- The Minster in the 18th Century
- Church of St Wilfrid
- The Yorkshire Museum Moa
- St William's Shrine
- Bone Trial Piece
- Fishergate Bar
- The Minster in Viking Times
- The Roman Fortress
- Roman Chimney Pot