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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Norman
When York was conquered by William,...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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York in the Civil War
After the king left the city, York w...
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Impact of the Reformation
Henry VIII's reformation of the chur...
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The Railway Revolution
The railways saved York from stagnat...
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After The Romans
The period of York's history from 40...
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- King Richard III and York
- Artists, Writers and Scientists
- A New Walk
- Barley Hall
- Seal of Snarrus the Tax Collector
- Soup Toureen with Horse Handle
- Central Methodist Chapel
- King Edward III and York
- Anglian Burial Vessel
- Bronze Seal Matrix of the Merchant Adventurers' Almshouse
- York Guildhall Painted Glass Window
- The Battle of Marston Moor
- The Other Castle: Baile Hill
- The Mystery Plays
- Roman Chimney Pot
- The Head Office of the North Eastern Railway
- The Medieval Abbey