Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Medieval City Defences
The king was concerned with the thre...
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A Regional Capital
The abolition of the Council in the...
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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The Roman Army in York
Over a period of about 300 years Yor...
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Executions in York
On 31 March 1379 Edward Hewison was...
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Norman Religious Buildings
The religious foundations laid by th...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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York Castle
Together with the Abbey and the C...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- York's Coat of Arms
- Saint William: Patron Saint of York
- The Bar Convent
- Queen Margaret's Arch
- Walmgate Bar
- York Railway Station
- Church of St Marys Bishophill Junior
- Aldwark Synagogue
- York Bombed
- The Victorian Prison Building
- York Castle Museum
- John Carr - Architect
- Minster Library
- Church of St Olave
- Rowntree Park
- New Earswick
- The York Helmet