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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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
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Early Christian York
In 601, Pope Gregory decided to se...
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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
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The Roman Army in York
Over a period of about 300 years Yor...
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York's Jewish History - An Audio Trail
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A List of Key Dates in York's History
A brief chronology of the city: Rom...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Norman Castle
- Tombstone of Julia Velva
- Church of St Helen
- Statue of Napoleon
- Bronze Seal Matrix of the Merchant Adventurers' Almshouse
- Central Methodist Chapel
- The Newgate Cross Shaft
- Statue of the God Mars
- John Carr - Architect
- Anglian Burial Vessel
- Norman Window Frame
- Bootham School
- The Medieval Castle
- Middleham Jewel
- Water Lanes
- George Stubbs and Whistlejacket in York
- Inscription from Fortress Gate
- Amber Bead Workshop