Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
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After the Dissolution
Suddenly some of York’s magnif...
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Impact of the Reformation
Henry VIII's reformation of the chur...
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New Century and New Standards
A housing revolution Benjamin Seebo...
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The Liberty of St Peter
Not every part of medieval York came...
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After The Romans
The period of York's history from 40...
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City Under Siege
At Selby on April 11, 1644, the parl...
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Monastic Orders in York
As well as countless churches, Medie...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Pilgrimage of Grace
- Robert Holgate, Archbishop
- Olive Oil Container
- Judges Lodging
- The First Minster
- Bootham School
- Eric Bloodaxe
- Aldwark Synagogue
- The Shambles
- All Saints Church, North Street
- A New Walk
- Priory Church of the Holy Trinity
- York and Ripon Diocesan Training School for Masters
- Joseph Terry & Sons: Chocolate Manufacturers
- The Assembly Rooms
- 62 Low Petergate
- The Medieval Castle
- Cumberland House, King's Staith