Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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A Regional Capital
The abolition of the Council in the...
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Tudor Troubles
Richard III had been a friend to Yor...
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Build-up to Civil War
Charles I came to the throne in 1625...
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Constantine the Great
Constantine came to Britain w...
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After The Romans
The period of York's history from 40...
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Tudor/Stuart
The arrival of the Tudors in 1485, w...
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The York City Walls
The city or ‘bar’ walls...
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Horse Racing in York
' Every year there be more noble lo...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Mary Ward
- Alcuin of York
- Eye Doctor's Branding Tool
- Constantius Chlorus
- The White Rose of York
- Rowntree Park
- Fishergate Bar
- Daniel Defoe's York
- Viking Sword Pommel
- Mithras and Arimanius
- Inscription from Fortress Gate
- York Art Gallery
- York Guildhall Painted Glass Window
- St Michael-Le-Belfrey Church
- Viking Silk Cap
- Silver Strap Ends
- The Minster in Viking Times