Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Viking timeline
793 – Viking raiders attack Li...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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The Normans Arrive
Previous southern kings had been con...
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Prehistory
Human beings have lived in the immed...
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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
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Medical Practice in York
Medieval York was a death trap. &nbs...
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Norman
When York was conquered by William,...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- George Stubbs and Whistlejacket in York
- The Medieval Abbey
- Fishergate Bar
- Kirkgate: Victorian Street
- Painting of 'Queen Henrietta Maria'
- Viking Male Grooming
- Bootham Park Hospital (formerly York Lunatic Asylum)
- Amber Bead Workshop
- Inscription from Fortress Gate
- A New Walk
- Tombstone of a Roman Soldier
- Walmgate Bar
- Viking Boot
- Alcuin of York
- Queen Margaret's Arch
- The Battle of the Standard
- Church of St Helen
- The Medieval Castle