Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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A City Protected by Water
The Romans chose York’s locati...
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Prehistory
Human beings have lived in the immed...
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Norman Reconstruction
William stayed in York in Christmas...
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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
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Anglo Scandinavian York
The period of York's history between...
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After the Dissolution
Suddenly some of York’s magnif...
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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- John Carr - Architect
- Ouse Bridge
- Statue of an Athlete
- George Leeman
- The Medieval Minster
- Fourteen Centuries of Learning
- Bones of a Roman Combatant
- Aldwark Synagogue
- The Guildhall
- Dick Turpin
- Mary Ward
- Merchant Adventurers' Hall
- The New Theatre
- The Retreat
- The Cawood Sword
- View from Station Rise
- York Central Library