Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Georgian Architecture
York was fortunate to undergo a buil...
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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Life Speeds Up
It was becoming easier for people to...
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York Minster
York's cathedral church is one...
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A City Left Behind
The industrial revolution had far le...
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The Normans Arrive
Previous southern kings had been con...
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Life in Viking York
York changed when it was captured by...
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Norman
When York was conquered by William,...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Treasurer's House
- Ouse Bridge
- The Black Death
- Rowntree & Co: Chocolate Manufacturers
- Elizabeth Boardingham
- George Stubbs and Whistlejacket in York
- Statue of an Athlete
- Guy Fawkes
- Olive Oil Container
- Gold Finger Ring
- Merchant Adventurers' Hall
- The Hospitium
- Bootham Bar
- Fire in the Minster
- Seal of Snarrus the Tax Collector
- Alcuin of York