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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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
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A Regional Capital
The abolition of the Council in the...
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Medical Practice in York
Medieval York was a death trap. &nbs...
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Build-up to Civil War
Charles I came to the throne in 1625...
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Georgian
Georgian York was no longer a city o...
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After the Dissolution
Suddenly some of York’s magnif...
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Norman Religious Buildings
The religious foundations laid by th...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Mystery Plays
- Bootham School
- Amber Bead Workshop
- York and Ripon Diocesan Training School for Masters
- Jubbergate
- Statue of the God Mars
- Vikings and Christianity
- De Grey Rooms
- The Roman Fortress
- Viking Coins
- Ripon College for Women
- Church of St Marys Bishophill Junior
- Fire in the Minster
- Constantius Chlorus
- William Etty, Artist
- Trams Pulled by Horses
- Second World War York