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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The Liberty of St Peter
Not every part of medieval York came...
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King and Court in York
April 1642: When the London mob made...
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Viking
The Vikings are easily reduced to a...
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The End of Roman York
Eboracum (Roman York) remained an i...
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A Learning City
York has always been a place of lear...
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Catholic Resistance
Some Catholic scholars, exiled on th...
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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.
- King Edward I and York
- New Earswick
- Barley Hall
- The Hospitium
- Cumberland House, King's Staith
- Painting of 'Queen Henrietta Maria'
- Bootham Bar
- Roman Chimney Pot
- The Retreat
- The Red Tower
- Holy Trinity Church
- Gold Arm Ring
- Statue of an Athlete
- St William's Shrine
- Church of St Marys Bishophill Junior
- Painting of 'Russian Icons'
- First World War Memorial