Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Viking Industry and Trade
Manufactured objects in Jorvik ...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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Catholic Resistance
Some Catholic scholars, exiled on th...
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Life Speeds Up
It was becoming easier for people to...
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York's Jewish History - An Audio Trail
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Executions in York
On 31 March 1379 Edward Hewison was...
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The Roman Army in York
Over a period of about 300 years Yor...
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Medieval City Defences
The king was concerned with the thre...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Bootham Park Hospital (formerly York Lunatic Asylum)
- The Norman Castle
- Clifford's Tower
- View from Station Rise
- King Edward II and York
- Central Methodist Chapel
- Roman Gods and Goddesses
- Fishergate Bar
- John Carr - Architect
- The Assembly Rooms
- Joseph Terry & Sons: Chocolate Manufacturers
- King's Manor Tudor and Stuart
- The County Court House
- The Shambles
- Vikings and Christianity
- A New Vision For York
- Lendal Bridge