Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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The Liberty of St Peter
Not every part of medieval York came...
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Lost Buildings of York
York is celebrated for its medieval...
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A List of Key Dates in York's History
A brief chronology of the city: Rom...
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20th Century
The twentieth century saw the city o...
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Viking
The Vikings are easily reduced to a...
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Anglo Scandinavian York
The period of York's history between...
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Impact of the Reformation
Henry VIII's reformation of the chur...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Fire in the Minster
- George Stubbs and Whistlejacket in York
- Mithras and Arimanius
- Glazed Medieval Jug
- Joseph Terry & Sons: Chocolate Manufacturers
- Anglian Carving
- York Union Gas Works
- Victoria Bar
- A New Vision For York
- De Grey Rooms
- St Michael-Le-Belfrey Church
- Teaching the Poor
- Church of All Saints Pavement
- Hair of a Roman Girl
- Lendal Tower
- Priory Church of the Holy Trinity