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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Georgian
Georgian York was no longer a city o...
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1000 Years of Justice at York Castle
York Castle has been a site of justi...
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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Viking Industry and Trade
Manufactured objects in Jorvik ...
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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...
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The Roman Civilian Settlement
In AD 71, the Ninth Legion of the Ro...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Inside the Roman Fortress
- Aldwark Synagogue
- Tombstone of a Roman Soldier
- The Female Prison
- Bones of a Roman Combatant
- The Norman Abbey
- The New Theatre
- Ripon College for Women
- York and the Restoration of the Monarchy
- The Mystery Plays
- Church of St Marys Bishophill Junior
- The Hospitium
- The Yorkshire Museum Moa
- Inscription from Fortress Gate
- The Norman House
- The Red Tower
- The Battle of the Standard
- York Art Gallery