Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Life in Viking York
York changed when it was captured by...
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Norman
When York was conquered by William,...
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Tudor/Stuart
The arrival of the Tudors in 1485, w...
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Viking Invasion
Led by Halfdan and Ivar the Bonel...
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Guild Halls of York
The biggest guilds were rich and pow...
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Norman Reconstruction
William stayed in York in Christmas...
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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
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Norman Religious Buildings
The religious foundations laid by th...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Constantius Chlorus
- Saint William: Patron Saint of York
- Norman Window Frame
- York Guildhall Painted Glass Window
- Vale of York Viking Hoard
- George Stubbs and Whistlejacket in York
- Gold Arm Ring
- The Victorian Prison Building
- Roman Chimney Pot
- Bones of a Roman Combatant
- Military Belt Fitting
- Gold Finger Ring
- York and Ripon Diocesan Training School for Masters
- Joseph Terry & Sons: Chocolate Manufacturers
- John Carr - Architect
- Tombstone of Julia Velva
- Fire in the Minster