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Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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Life in Elizabethan York
In many respects the Elizabethan per...
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Build-up to Civil War
Charles I came to the throne in 1625...
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Life in the Abbey
St Mary's Abbey in York was Benedict...
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A City Left Behind
The industrial revolution had far le...
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Early Christian York
In 601, Pope Gregory decided to se...
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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
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The York City Walls
The city or ‘bar’ walls...
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Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- York and the Restoration of the Monarchy
- Mithras and Arimanius
- Clifford's Tower
- York and Ripon Diocesan Training School for Masters
- Viking Sword Pommel
- Rebuilt in Stone
- York's Medieval Synagogue
- Kirkgate: Victorian Street
- Joseph Terry & Sons: Chocolate Manufacturers
- The Mystery Plays
- Lendal Bridge
- The Pilgrimage of Grace
- The Medieval Castle
- Middleham Jewel
- Viking Coins
- Monk Bar
- Fire in the Minster
- Holy Trinity Church