Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Impact of the Reformation
Henry VIII's reformation of the chur...
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A City Left Behind
The industrial revolution had far le...
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Georgian
Georgian York was no longer a city o...
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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
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York Castle
Together with the Abbey and the C...
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Life in Viking York
York changed when it was captured by...
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Medical Practice in York
Medieval York was a death trap. &nbs...
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The York City Walls
The city or ‘bar’ walls...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Teaching the Poor
- The Council of Arles
- York's Medieval Synagogue
- The Black Death
- The County Court House
- York St John in the 20th Century
- Treasurer's House
- Plum Cakes for Christmas
- The Medieval Minster
- Medieval Chamber Pot
- Painting of 'Queen Henrietta Maria'
- Silver Strap Ends
- Barker Tower
- Artists, Writers and Scientists
- Church of All Saints Pavement
- William Etty, Artist
- Rowntree Park