Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Viking Industry and Trade
Manufactured objects in Jorvik ...
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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Tudor Troubles
Richard III had been a friend to Yor...
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City Under Siege
At Selby on April 11, 1644, the parl...
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Medieval City Defences
The king was concerned with the thre...
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Guild Halls of York
The biggest guilds were rich and pow...
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York Minster
York's cathedral church is one...
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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Glazed Medieval Jug
- King Richard II and York
- Priory Church of the Holy Trinity
- York's Coat of Arms
- Bronze Seal Matrix of the Merchant Adventurers
- The Mansion House
- The Minster in the 18th Century
- Fairfax House
- The Abbot's House
- De Grey Rooms
- The Yorkshire Museum Moa
- Roman Gods and Goddesses
- Micklegate Bar
- King Edward III and York
- Olive Oil Container
- Roman Head Pot
- The York Hoard
- The Minster after the Reformation