Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
-
Early Christian York
In 601, Pope Gregory decided to se...
-
The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
-
Anglo Scandinavian York
The period of York's history between...
-
York St John University
On 11 December 1839 a meeting of the...
-
Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
-
Medical Practice in York
Medieval York was a death trap. &nbs...
-
Life in Viking York
York changed when it was captured by...
-
A Regional Capital
The abolition of the Council in the...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Alcuin of York
- Vikings and Christianity
- St Columba's United Reformed Church
- The Medieval Castle
- William Etty, Artist
- The Minster in Viking Times
- Bones of a Roman Combatant
- New Earswick
- Anglian Carving
- Tombstone of a Roman Soldier
- Micklegate Bar
- King Richard II and York
- Viking Male Grooming
- Plum Cakes for Christmas
- Inscription to Hecules
- Church of St Wilfrid
- The Council of Arles
- The Battle of the Standard