Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The Roman Army in York
Over a period of about 300 years Yor...
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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Trade on the Rivers
York stands at the point where two r...
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Norman Reconstruction
William stayed in York in Christmas...
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Horse Racing in York
' Every year there be more noble lo...
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York Castle
Together with the Abbey and the C...
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Georgian Architecture
York was fortunate to undergo a buil...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Silver Strap Ends
- King Richard II and York
- The Multangular Tower
- Inscription to Hecules
- St William's Shrine
- Vikings and Christianity
- Coppergate & Jorvik Viking Centre
- The Greyfriars
- York's Coat of Arms
- George Leeman
- Plum Cakes for Christmas
- Gold Arm Ring
- Royal Station Hotel
- The 1190 Massacre
- The Norman House
- St Michael-Le-Belfrey Church
- A New Walk
- A New University