Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Viking Invasion
Led by Halfdan and Ivar the Bonel...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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Norman Religious Buildings
The religious foundations laid by th...
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Prehistory
Human beings have lived in the immed...
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The York City Walls
The city or ‘bar’ walls...
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1000 Years of Justice at York Castle
York Castle has been a site of justi...
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The Roman Civilian Settlement
In AD 71, the Ninth Legion of the Ro...
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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Bronze weights
- Teaching the Poor
- Central Methodist Chapel
- Barley Hall
- The Abbot's House
- Kirkgate: Victorian Street
- Roman Chimney Pot
- The Battle of the Standard
- George Stubbs and Whistlejacket in York
- Jubbergate
- A New Walk
- The Battle of Marston Moor
- Tombstone of a Roman Soldier
- Roman Head Pot
- The Dissolution of the Monasteries
- Crest of York St John College
- Rowntree & Co: Chocolate Manufacturers
- William Etty, Artist