Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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A List of Key Dates in York's History
A brief chronology of the city: Rom...
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Anglo Scandinavian York
The period of York's history between...
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20th Century
The twentieth century saw the city o...
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1000 Years of Justice at York Castle
York Castle has been a site of justi...
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York Minster
York's cathedral church is one...
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Catholic Resistance
Some Catholic scholars, exiled on th...
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The York City Walls
The city or ‘bar’ walls...
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New Century and New Standards
A housing revolution Benjamin Seebo...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Rowntree & Co: Chocolate Manufacturers
- The Minster in the 19th Century
- Margaret Clitherow
- Aldwark Synagogue
- Robert Holgate, Archbishop
- Transport Moves On
- Olive Oil Container
- Silver Strap Ends
- Minster Library
- St Michael-Le-Belfrey Church
- Roman Gods and Goddesses
- The Mansion House
- The Norman Abbey
- Joseph Aloysius Hansom
- A New University
- The Bar Convent
- King Edward I and York