Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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York Castle
Together with the Abbey and the C...
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A Blossoming Cultural Scene
The Victorian thirst for self-improv...
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Medical Practice in York
Medieval York was a death trap. &nbs...
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Norman
When York was conquered by William,...
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A Learning City
York has always been a place of lear...
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Industrialisation
In the latter half of the 19th centu...
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Norman Reconstruction
William stayed in York in Christmas...
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Prehistory
Human beings have lived in the immed...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Soup Toureen with Horse Handle
- Medieval Chamber Pot
- Bone Trial Piece
- Painting of 'The Brig Studley'
- York's Medieval Synagogue
- The Red Tower
- Transport Moves On
- The Norman House
- Inscription from Fortress Gate
- The Newgate Cross Shaft
- Gold Arm Ring
- Is York Cursed?
- Eye Doctor's Branding Tool
- The Head Office of the North Eastern Railway
- The Pilgrimage of Grace
- Roman Gods and Goddesses
- Viking Silk Cap
- Royal Station Hotel